Engineer II, Process Technology (Defect Control)

Job Summary: 

The Defect Control Engineer II, Process Technology, identifies battery cell defects caused by contamination and prevents recurrence through equipment and procedural improvements. The individual in this role will drive a focus on quality and continuous improvement in our li-ion battery electrode manufacturing clean room.

Responsibilities:

 

• Implement improvements that reduce foreign particles using a structured problem-solving approach, such as lean Six Sigma, including:
• Utilize analytical tools such as SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) and EDX (Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy) for material identification and contamination characterization.
• Analyze foreign particles collected from manufacturing processes to identify sources and contamination risks.
• Standardizing improvements and communicating them with others (written and verbally)
• Update and maintain Control Plans and PFMEAs (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) in collaboration with process and quality teams. (e.g. Production, Quality, etc.) and resolve internal and external quality issues
• Conduct internal and customer audits, including preparation and follow-up on action items.
• Apply VDA 19.1 standards, including particle trap measurements, to ensure cleanliness in electrode production.
• Monitor and control temperature, humidity, and suspended particles in cleanroom and manufacturing areas to maintain optimal production environments.
• Perform other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required, or equivalent, relevant experience

 

Experience

• 3+ years of work experience in a technological or manufacturing field with preference for experience with electrode technology
•  Manufacturing experience (Electrode process or production)

 

Skills:

• Knowledge of cleanroom standards (e.g., ISO 14644).
•  Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, and VDA 19.1 standards.
• Familiarity with foreign material analysis procedures and contamination control protocols.
• Experience in factory environmental monitoring systems.
• Experience with XRF, SEM/EDX tools for material and particle analysis.