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As the largest private European manufacturer of industrial battery systems, we have been shapping the future of the industry since 1927. At out US location in Hainesport, NJ, we develop and produce battery systems for a wide range of applications and are the partner and expert for storing energy in this world where everything is becoming electric. As a growing company, we are looking forward for you to join our team!

As a family-run business, treating each other with respect and fairness is very important to us. We want our employees to be comfortable in their job, feel part of the HOPPECKE team and enjoy working at our Company. We go to great lengths to support and systematically develop each individual employee. Our employees should also take our principles of responsibility, respect and continuous improvement to heart, and use them as a guide for their everyday interaction.

 

 

Here you will find a selection of our current vacancies:

 

Production employee - railway battery systems/electronics

Your tasks:

  • Manufacturing and testing of FNC / lead acid / Lithium-ion battery systems and components
  • Assistance in the repair and maintenance of battery systems
  • Work on electrical battery systems 
  • Quality control

Your profile: 

  • You have completed training in the field of electrical engineering, alternatively experience in manufacturing.
  • Forklift license desirable
  • Experience working with batteries desirable.
  • Understanding of circuit diagrams and other technical documents, e.g., drawings 
  • Skilled craftmanship and quality-oriented action
  • High level of commitment, initiative, and flexibility
  • Conscientious, focused, and independent way of working

We offer: 

  • Individual further training measures
  • Family friendly company
  • Comprehensive onboarding process with individually designed training
  • Good and performance-related compensations

Interested?

If you are interested in this demanding area of responsibility with diverse perspectives for your professional and personal development, please send your detailed application to:

Susan Grout, HR Business Partner
Email: susan.grout(at)hoppecke.com
Phone: 856-616-0032


Engineer, Customer Service and Support

Your tasks:

  • Customer Service and Support role at HOPPECKE Batteries
  • Interaction with clients to provide technical and engineering support related to energy storage solutions
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delilvery of solutions to clients
  • Application of technical expertise to ensure client satisfaction

Your profile: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related techinical field is required
  • Minimum of two years of expertise in Electrical Engineering or Customer Service and Support
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MATLAB and other engineering software
  • Excellent communication and interpoersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Undestanding of energy storage systems is highly preferred
  • Experience with industrial batteries, energy storage systems, and tractions applications is a plus
  • Fluencia in additional languages is highly preferred

We offer: 

  • Individual further training measures
  • Family friendly company
  • Comprehensive onboarding process with individually designed training
  • Good and performance-related compensations

Interested?

If you are interested in this demanding area of responsibility with diverse perspectives for your professional and personal development, please send your detailed application to:
 

Susan Grout, HR Business Partner
Email: susan.grout(at)hoppecke.com
Phone: 856-616-0032


Supervisor, Motive Power Service

Your tasks:

  • Direct and support service technician(s) as needed
  • Train HOPPECKE service technicians on the serving and repair of HOPPECKE's products, and related third party equipment
  • Offer telephone technical support to distributors and customers
  • Carry out repairs and routine maintenance of batteries and chargers
  • Manage and evaluate warranty claims
  • Visit distributors and customer sites to investigate and complete detailed reports for any ongoing issues regarding warranty claims
  • Communicate and liaise with technical, product management, and other personnel based int Europe

May also be calle to assist with:

  • Installation and repai of HOPPECKE and other manufacturers products
  • Commussion and check batteries and charger on customer sites and brief the customr on the practical use and maintenance of the equipment
  • Assist in the delivery and collection of the Company's procusts and supplies
  • Assist in the installation of battery charging areas in co-operation with sub-contractors
  • Deal with customers in a professional manner
  • Submit weekly schedules
  • Submit legible completed job sheets to allow for accurate invoicing
  • Submint monthly expense claims in a timely manner
  • Any other reasonable duties as instructed

Your profile: 

  • Electrical/Mechanical techical education
  • Practical hands on experience
  • Training wi be provided

We offer: 

  • Individual further training measures
  • Family friendly company
  • Comprehensive onboarding process with individually designed training
  • Good and performance-related compensations

Interested?

If you are interested in this demanding area of responsibility with diverse perspectives for your professional and personal development, please send your detailed application to:
 

Susan Grout, HR Business Partner
Email: susan.grout(at)hoppecke.com
Phone: 856-616-0032


Texas + Southern region Reserve Power Sales Manager or Director - Utilities, Oil and Gas, & Petrochemicals

Your tasks:

  • Own the definition & execution of our growth strategy to conquer the Southern region of US, specifically, Texas + Southeast region
  • Support the product strategy & collaborate with our engineering & commercial team in Germany
  • Envision how to position HOPPECKE competitively in the market
  • Building customer relationships
  • Building partnerships
  • Selling to targeted sectors: utility, oil & gas, petrochemicals, and, in general, back up power application

Your profile: 

  • Electrical or Mechanical Engineer (comfortable with technical topics)
  • Experience selling to the targeted sectors (Designing & Executing commercial strategies)

We offer: 

  • Individual further training measures
  • Family friendly company
  • Comprehensive onboarding process with individually designed training
  • Good and performance-related compensation

Interested?

If you are interested in this demanding area of responsibility with diverse perspectives for your professional and personal development, please send your detailed application to:
 

Susan Grout, HR Business Partner
Email: susan.grout(at)hoppecke.com
Phone: 856-616-0032


Battery service technician (Full-time, Hainesport, NJ)

Your tasks:

  • As a Battery Technician, you will be our battery maintenance and repair expert to ensure our customers are taken care of and we are maximising their uptime
  • Everyday you will perform watering, washing, periodic maintenance, service, diagnisticas, and repair of industrial forklift batteries and chargers
  • To thirve in this role, you must be mechanically inclined, have a desire to do things right, and worik well in a team
  • Equipment - We have the largets equoment inventory in the West and an unparalleled part inventory
  • Training - You will be provided with training and mentoring to prepare you for your role and continued learning to grow your skills

Your profile: 

  • Mechanical and electrical aptitude
  • Driver's license with good driving record
  • Ability to operate a forklift

We offer: 

  • Employee impact - Enjoy an open-door policy where your will be heard and your opinions will matter
  • Salary: 25-30$ per hour, depending on experience and qualification
  • Comprehensive on-boarding process with individually designed training

Interested?

If you are interested in this demanding area of responsibility with diverse perspectives for your professional and personal development, please send your detailed application to:

Susan Grout, HR Business Partner
Email: susan.grout(at)hoppecke.com
Phone: 856-616-0032