Battery Manufacturing Engineer

TL;DR

Battery Manufacturing Engineer (Lithium-ion Batteries): Designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes for battery components including electrodes, electrolytes, separators, and casings with an accent on efficiency, quality, and yield. Focus on troubleshooting bottlenecks, equipment validation, root cause analysis, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Location: On-site in Hunt Valley, MD

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 a year

Company

hirify.global provides client opportunities in manufacturing openings.

What you will do

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for battery components to enhance efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Evaluate, select, and validate manufacturing equipment, collaborating with suppliers on customized solutions.
• Establish quality standards, implement control procedures, and investigate root causes of issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards while promoting a safety culture.
• Collaborate with R&D, supply chain, production, and quality teams to scale designs and resolve operational issues.
• Maintain documentation, prepare reports, and provide technical insights in cross-functional meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in battery manufacturing, preferably lithium-ion production
• Strong knowledge of battery chemistry, materials, and processes
• Proficiency in process simulation tools like CAD, CAM, DOE
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9001) and standards (UL, CE)

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a cross-functional environment focused on high-quality battery production.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and performance targets.
• Opportunity to address technical challenges in advanced manufacturing.