Process Engineer – Battery Assembly
Posted 5 days ago by Q1 Technologies, Inc.
£50,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Onsite
Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Process Engineer – Battery Assembly role involves leading a team of Manufacturing Engineers to develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes for battery assembly. The position requires strong leadership skills and expertise in Li-Ion battery assembly processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety regulations. The role is based in Wolverhampton, UK, and is a fixed-term employment opportunity for 12 months. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product design and enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers in the Battery Assembly area, providing guidance and mentorship.
- Develop and implement department strategy for power tooling in collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Ensure efficient manufacturing processes for Battery Assembly meet quality standards, cost targets, and delivery schedules.
- Utilize knowledge of PFC, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SOP preparations.
- Apply expertise in Li-Ion Battery assembly processes, including cell sorting, laser welding, and data traceability.
- Implement cost-effective solutions and validate battery processes.
- Conduct feasibility studies, cost analyses, and capacity planning for new product introductions.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, mitigating potential risks.
- Evaluate and select equipment and technologies to optimize production capabilities.
- Provide technical expertise to resolve manufacturing issues in Battery Assembly Processes.
- Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the engineering team.
- Support launches of Battery assembly with relevant process and tooling knowledge.
Key Skills:
- Experience in Li-Ion Battery line processes.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing principles.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD/Catia/Pro E software.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong project management abilities with task prioritization.
- Familiarity with automotive industry safety and regulatory standards.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- B Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Salary (Rate): £50000/year
City: Wolverhampton
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Detailed Description From Employer:
Job Title: Process Engineer – Battery Assembly
Exp level: 8 to 10 years
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Hybrid work: No, 5 days/week from client location
Salary: GBP50000/year
No. of Positions: 5
Duration: 12 months fixed term employment
Job Description
Role and Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers as part of the Battery Assembly area providing guidance, support and mentorship.
- Develop & implement department strategy for power tooling, working with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Develop and implement efficient manufacturing processes for Battery Assembly, ensuring quality standards, cost targets, and delivery schedules are met.
- Working Knowledge about PFC, PFMEA, Control Plan and Check sheet along with SOP’s preparations.
- Excellent knowledge about Li-Ion Battery assembly processes like cell sorting, laser welding, Battery charging Discharging, Data traceability as per Industry 4.0 requirements.
- Good knowledge about different Battery validation processes.
- Cost effective solutions on Poka Yoke.
- Working knowledge about EBOM and MBOM.
- Good knowledge about layout preparations, TAKT Time calculations, Throughput time, cycle time & line balancing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, production, and quality to optimize product design for manufacturability and resolve any manufacturing issues.
- Conduct feasibility studies, cost analyses & capacity planning to support new product introductions & process improvements.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and quality.
- Ensure compliance with safety & regulatory standards, identifying & mitigating potential risks in the manufacturing process.
- Evaluate and select equipment, tools, and technologies to optimize production capabilities and improve overall efficiency.
- Provide technical expertise and support to resolve any manufacturing issues or bottlenecks in Battery Assembly Processes.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and collaboration within the manufacturing engineering team.
- Support the launches of Battery assembly, providing relevant process, tooling and facilities.
Knowledge, Abilities & Experience
- Experience about the Li Ion Battery line.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards and lean manufacturing principles.
- Proficiency in utilizing AutoCAD/Catia/Pro E software and manufacturing tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex manufacturing challenges.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards in the automotive industry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Results-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement mindset.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- B Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Personal Skills
- Ability to work in a fast moving/changing environment.
- Appreciation of the end customer and their requirements
- Shows integrity in ability to deliver on commitments
- Open mindset and willingness to learn new skills.
- Engaged and enthusiastic to create a positive impact
- Good sense of personal organization and time management
Experience
- Band 8 to 10 years of experience in Automotive Li Ion Battery Assembly Process Engineering