Engineer – Battery Cell Manufacturing
BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $116k (771 that show pay).
Lead pre-production trials and resolve material, process and equipment issues in automotive battery cell manufacturing.
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Why it is interesting. Hands-on ownership of winding, assembly and electrolyte filling trials for automotive battery cells
Might not be for you. Contract role with required weekend, shutdown and overtime work plus domestic and international travel
Adjacent materials role:Battery cell manufacturing: winding, cell assembly, electrolyte filling; battery chemistry, new material validation, cell performance evaluation
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Contract
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Industry
- Automotive
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
Title
: Engineer – Battery Cell Manufacturing
Location
: Liberty, NC 27298
Duration
: 12 Months(Possible Extension)
Shift
: Onsite
Pay Rate
: $60-$70/hr on W2
Domain
: Automotive
Employment Type
: Contract
Application Deadline
: Open until Filled
Summary
A leading automotive manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Battery Manufacturing Engineer to support battery cell manufacturing, pre-production trials, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in battery cell manufacturing, particularly winding, cell assembly, electrolyte filling, trial management, and problem-solving.
Responsibilities
- Lead pre-production trials, including planning, execution, and KPI tracking.
- Identify and resolve battery material, product, process, and equipment issues.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Evaluate battery cell performance using analytical tools and quality methods.
- Support new material validation and manufacturing process improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and quality.
- Prepare technical reports and communicate project progress to leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and knowledge sharing.
- Mentor team members on battery technology, trial execution, and problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of experience in automotive battery cell manufacturing, specifically winding, cell assembly, and electrolyte filling (5+ years preferred).
- Knowledge of battery chemistry, cell manufacturing processes, and equipment.
- Experience in production preparation, trial management, and project scheduling.
- Strong skills in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and process improvement.
- Experience with material validation, process specifications, and change-point management.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate with senior leadership.
- Willingness to work weekends, shutdowns, and overtime as needed.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
Benifits
Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)
EEOC Compliance
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Disclaimer
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