Title: Engineer I, Process
Team: LINK Process Technology
Report To: Sr. Manager, LINK Process Technology
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Not Queen Creek)
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours | Schedule may vary based on business needs. Occasional support outside normal business hours may be required for international coordination.
Benefits: LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the applicable benefit plans.
LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology. www.lgenergymi.com
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Position Summary:
The Process Engineer I will provide support in optimizing productivity and sustainability of ESS battery production through high level of technical knowledge while ensuring stable mass production quality & PD improvement through recipe setting, spec aligning, process capability management, and high quality defect improvement based on a technical understanding of the process and equipment
Essential Responsibilities:
- Analyze productivity, yield and overall equipment efficiency (OEE) of assigned processes and departments.
- Collaborate with technicians and operators to troubleshoot battery system and optimize yield and OEE
- Analyze quality issues and implement effective corrective actions
- Standardize and improve manufacturing processes by creating SOPs and conducting operator training to ensure floor compliance.
- Optimize process conditions and establish standard operating specifications.
- Develop, maintain, and update process documentation, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), PFMEAs, and Control Plans (CP).
- Lead chronic defect reduction and continuous improvement activities.
- Manage production/development model dissemination and verify 4M process changes.
- Handle Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and drive corrective action improvements.
- Respond to internal and external quality inquiries and customer concerns
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
- 1-3+ years’ of experience in production technology related job preferred but not required
Skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience with automated and robotic manufacturing equipment.
- Results-oriented, resilient, and proactive problem solver.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Solid project and process management capabilities.
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Technically proficient with a strong drive for continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Primarily works in an office environment with regular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, and material storage areas.
- Requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, with periodic standing and walking throughout the facility.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing or warehouse areas.
- May require occasional interaction with suppliers, vendors, or other company locations.
- May require occasional domestic travel to support supplier or business activities.
- May require work outside normal business hours as needed to support production schedules, supplier issues, global teams, or business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
LG Energy Solution provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.
Job Description Disclaimer
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.
