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Process Engineer, Cell Manufacturing

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Job overview

Our Next Energy is hiring a Process Engineer, Cell Manufacturing. The Process Engineer will oversee cell manufacturing processes, act as a subject‑matter expert for formation, troubleshoot equipment issues, ensure quality and safety compliance, and mentor technicians while supporting process improvements and scale‑up activities.

Key focus areas include Execute and oversee cell manufacturing processes, including setup, operation, and monitoring of equipment in electrode, assembly and formation, Serve as the subject‑matter expert for formation process execution and standard work, and Identify abnormal process behavior and take immediate corrective action to protect product quality and safety.

Important skills include Quality Assurance, Process Improvements, Mentorship, Energy Storage, MES, and SOPs. Preferred (not required): Effective Communication and Coaching.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Quality AssuranceProcess ImprovementsMentorshipEnergy StorageMESSOPsProcess TroubleshootingData Trend AnalysisEquipment OperationSafety PracticesQuality DocumentationEffective CommunicationCoaching

Qualifications

Direct Experience in Battery ManufacturingBattery Formation ExperienceElectrochemical Processes ExperienceEnergy Storage ExperienceEV Automotive ExperienceHigh‑Reliability Manufacturing ExperienceNew Line Launch Support ExperiencePilot Line Support ExperienceManufacturing Scale‑Up ExperienceConsistent Attendance and PunctualityReadiness for Assigned ShiftsDemonstrated Ownership of Process Outcomes

Full job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process Execution & Technical Expertise

  • Execute and oversee cell manufacturing processes, including setup, operation, and monitoring of equipment in electrode, assembly and formation

  • Serve as the subject-matter expert for formation process execution and standard work

  • Identify abnormal process behavior and take immediate corrective action to protect product quality and safety Advanced Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshoot complex process and equipment issues affecting yield, throughput, or safety

  • Diagnosing manufacturing-related failures using data trends, equipment feedback, and historical knowledge

  • Escalate issues appropriately and partner with engineering to resolve root causes Quality & Documentation

  • Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and quality requirements

  • Maintain accurate and complete production, batch, and deviation records

  • Support quality investigations, audits, and corrective actions related to formation Process Improvement & Engineering Support

  • Collaborate with manufacturing team members on process changes, trials, and scale-up activities

  • Provide practical, floor-level input into process design, equipment changes, and manufacturability

  • Support implementation and validation of new equipment, tooling, or process changes Mentorship & Floor Leadership

  • Train and mentor junior and mid-level technicians

  • Act as a technical reference for supervisors and other manufacturing team members regarding cell manufacturing processes

  • Promote a disciplined, safety-focused, and quality-driven culture on the production floor Safety & Compliance

  • Champion safety practices related to high-energy systems, electrical equipment, and chemical handling

  • Identify hazards, near misses, and process risks; support mitigation efforts

  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Direct experience in battery manufacturing, battery formation, or electrochemical processes

  • Experience in energy storage, EV, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments

  • Experience supporting new line launches, pilot lines, or manufacturing scale-ups

  • Familiarity with MES or digital production tracking systems PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience in energy storage, EV, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments

  • Experience supporting new line launches, pilot lines, or manufacturing scale-up

  • Consistent attendance, punctuality, and readiness for assigned shifts

  • Effective communication across shifts and teams Demonstrated ownership of process outcomes and equipment condition

  • Trusted to operate independently with minimal supervision

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