Battery Cell Process Engineer

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JOB DETAILS:

Position: Battery Cell Process Engineer

JOB REF#: 45205

Duration: 12+ Months (On-going Contract)

Location: ONSITE - Liberty, NC 27298

Pay Rate: $70.00 - $85.00 per hour (W2 Only)

** Must be LOCAL or willing to RELOCATE at your own expense**

** This is role is 100% ONSITE, no remote work offered**

Seeking a highly passionate and motivated Battery Cell Process Engineer to join our Ryohin Joken (Conditions for Good Process and Product) advancement and problem-solving group. This role reports to the Engineering Manager in the Production Engineering – Battery Manufacturing Engineering (PE-BME) Battery Cell Department.

The primary responsibility of this role is leading planning and problem-solving efforts in pre-production trial activity. The engineer will use and improve systems and procedures for efficient and effective issue identification, root cause analysis, issue resolution, recurrence prevention, and Kaizen for future activities and projects, as well as project management of trials. They will also help develop the organization’s capabilities through the advancement and application of Ryohin Joken knowledge and skill.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Lead a cross-functional team, collaborating with equipment, manufacturing, R&D, and quality partners

• Engage and resolve material, product, and process issues, both internal and external

• Create and implement trial plans for confirmation and problem-solving activity using Toyota Business Practices (TBP) or equivalent Lean methods

• Create detailed technical and summary reports for organizational learning and development

• Provide input to process and equipment plans and specifications for Kaizen and recurrence prevention

• Use and advance systems and procedures for problem solving and learning capture

• Manage individual activities, provide status visualization and reporting, and conduct regular reflection

• Lead internal and external partner relationships in line with team objectives, development, and support

• Support PE-BME Department level Hoshin (annual direction and goals) for organizational advancement

• Support standardization and Kaizen (continuous improvement) of department systems and processes

• Mentor and teach team members on battery knowledge, trial planning and execution, data analysis, and Toyota principles

• Drive own development, seek feedback, and monitor progress

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

• 2+ years of experience in winding, cell assembly, and electrolyte fill on automotive cells (5+ years preferred)

• Experience in a manufacturing production preparation role, including schedule and deliverable management across the project plan, process/equipment plan, specification and procurement, installation, and trial stages

• Experience with battery cell products, processes/equipment, and/or trial activity

• Experience in Ryohin Joken (or equivalent process-condition control) identification, application, and/or confirmation

• Experience coordinating across functions in a large organization, including production engineering, manufacturing, R&D, and quality, and reporting to senior leadership

• Experience interpreting and applying product/process specifications, drawings, and data, including new material introduction and validation, and change point management and confirmation

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge in battery chemistry and trials to confirm materials

• Knowledge in battery manufacturing process and problem solving

• Trial management and KPI confirmation

• Evaluation of cell performance using analytical tools and quality functions

COMPATIBLE BACKGROUNDS:

• Battery and automotive engineers

• Chemical and material engineers

• Quality for battery, semiconductors, and chemical materials.

Other Requirements:

• 10% TRAVEL - International - Japan (able to obtain a US Passport)

• 20% OVER-TIME - which covers weekends, holidays, and shutdowns, when required

• PPE: Will wear Steel Toed Shoes/Hard Hat and Safety Glasses

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Calance Benefits Offerings:

- EPO/PPO Medical Plans

- HMO/PPO Dental programs

- Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary)

- 401K Retirement vesting program (VOYA)

- Paid Bi-Weekly/Direct Deposit

- Flex Spending Plan

- Voluntary Life, AD&D, STD or LTD plans

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