Does Our Next Energy sponsor H-1B visas?

Our Next Energy has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Cell role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Cell role at Our Next Energy based?

This role is based in Novi, MI.

How many years of experience does this Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Cell role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Cell role work with?

cathode materials, anode materials, electrolyte, separator, foils.

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Supplier Quality Engineer, Battery Cell

Our Next Energy · Novi, MItoday

BS-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $110k (199 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Qualify battery raw material suppliers, drive 8D corrective actions, and run APQP/PPAP for cathode, anode, electrolyte and separator materials.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Own raw-material supplier quality across the full battery cell material stack, working with R&D on specifications

Might not be for you. Quality-system and audit work (8D, APQP/PPAP), not materials R&D or bench science

Computational or deskDeep specialist BS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleQualifies suppliers of cathode, anode, electrolyte, separator, foils; supports material specifications; asks for Materials Science background and cell chemistry/materials specs knowledge

H-1B filings

Our Next Energy filed 5 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Principal Engineer, Battery Pack Lead, Staff Engineer, Structures, Process Engineer “ Cell Assembly. Median filed pay: $116K a year.

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Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 2+ yrs
Industry: Energy
Role: Quality / Testing

Materials

cathode materials8 roles anode materials8 roles electrolyte23 roles separator5 roles foils4 roles

Role details

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead supplier qualification and approval for raw materials (cathode, anode, electrolyte, separator, foils, and related materials). Drive supplier corrective actions using the 8D methodology, including containment, root cause analysis, and corrective action closure. Manage Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) using AIAG core tools. Plan and conduct supplier risk, QMS, product, and process audits; maintain supplier scorecards tracking Quality and Delivery performance. Develop and administer Safe Launch plans, including enhanced inspection controls and agreed exit criteria, to protect early production material.

Support material specification development and Special Characteristic agreement with R&D and Engineering; verify material certifications and lot traceability back to raw materials. Ensure supplier measurement systems are capable and traceable and manage supplier process and material change notifications. Partner with Supply Chain & Procurement on supplier risk assessment, new supplier onboarding, and sub-tier supplier management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

2+ years of experience in supplier quality engineering or a closely related quality function. Technical background in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills (8D, 5-Why, fishbone, etc.). Experience with AIAG core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA). Experience with raw material sourcing, supplier qualification, or incoming quality management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Manufacturing & Operations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Six Sigma experience (Green Belt or Black Belt level) or equivalent process improvement experience. Experience in battery cell manufacturing or battery materials. Working knowledge of cell chemistry and materials specifications. Experience with APQP/PPAP processes. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10–20% travel for domestic and/or international supplier site visits; may flex up or down based on program needs and timelines. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS AND EEO: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Our Next Energy Inc. (ONE) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to disability or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.