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Job Summary:
The Engineer I, Process supports assigned cell manufacturing processes under the supervision of an Engineer II or higher-level process engineering resource. This position applies foundational engineering principles, statistical analysis, and structured problem-solving methods to support troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Engineer I contributes to process qualification activities, assists with data analysis and documentation, and prepares for independent contribution over time.
Responsibilities:
Assist in monitoring, analyzing, and improving assigned manufacturing processes to enhance quality, yield, cycle time, OEE, Process Down (PD), scrap, and productivity.
Support investigation of process and quality issues by gathering data, documenting symptoms, and contributing to root cause analysis efforts under supervision.
Assist in the design and execution of DOE, SPC, process capability analysis, and other statistical evaluations as directed by senior process engineers.
Support optimization of manufacturing parameters, recipes, specifications, and operating conditions within established engineering and quality requirements.
Assist in maintaining and updating PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, process specifications, SOPs, work instructions, and other manufacturing documentation.
Support qualification and validation activities for new materials, equipment, tooling, process changes, and 4M changes as assigned.
Support New Model Introduction, process transfers, equipment installation, commissioning, and manufacturing ramp-up activities under the direction of experienced engineers.
Assist the assigned process engineering team in serving as a primary process engineering resource for assigned production lines, providing technical support to Production, Equipment Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams as needed.
Assist in analyzing manufacturing data and preparing draft reports, recommendations, and improvement proposals for review by senior engineers.
Participate in continuous improvement, Lean/Six Sigma, cost reduction, automation, and smart manufacturing initiatives under guidance.
Support internal and customer audits by preparing documentation and assisting in ensuring assigned processes comply with applicable quality, safety, and manufacturing standards.
Provide technical guidance and training to Manufacturing Technicians, Operators, and other manufacturing personnel as appropriate.
Support assigned engineering projects and cross-functional improvement activities within established scope, schedule, and technical requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
0–2 years of relevant manufacturing or process engineering experience.
Experience in lithium-ion battery, automotive, semiconductor, chemical processing, advanced manufacturing, or other high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience with battery cell production processes such as stacking/winding, welding, casing, electrolyte filling, or related processes preferred.
Skills:
Fundamental knowledge of DOE, SPC, process capability analysis, root cause analysis, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with engineering and quality tools such…