Engineer II, Process

Job description

We awaken the world with energy. LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world. Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility! **Job Summary:** The Process Engineer II is responsible for independently driving process performance, yield improvement, quality enhancement, and operational excellence within the Electrode Manufacturing area. This role serves as a technical subject matter expert for assigned manufacturing processes and equipment, leading complex troubleshooting efforts, process optimization projects, new technology implementation, and production ramp-up activities. The Process Engineer II partners closely with Production, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Maintenance, and R&D teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. **Responsibilities:** - Lead investigations of complex process and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence. - Independently analyze manufacturing data and process performance metrics to identify trends, variation sources, and improvement opportunities. - Design, execute, and lead Design of Experiments (DOE) activities to optimize process capability, product quality, throughput, and cost. - Own and continuously improve key manufacturing performance indicators including OEE, yield, scrap, process downtime, cycle time, and productivity. - Lead qualification activities for new materials, equipment, tooling, and process technologies, including validation of process changes and performance verification. - Develop technical reports and present findings, recommendations, and project updates to plant leadership and cross-functional stakeholders. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and other problem-solving methodologies. - Lead non-conformance investigations and implement robust containment, corrective action, and long-term preventive measures. - Develop, maintain, and improve PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Control Plans, process specifications, and manufacturing standards. - Evaluate and approve 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) changes and support New Product Introduction (NPI), process transfers, and manufacturing ramp-up activities. - Serve as technical lead for assigned production lines by providing advanced troubleshooting support for process and equipment-related issues. - Collaborate with Equipment Engineering and Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, process stability, and manufacturing capability. - Analyze process capability and establish statistical control strategies to reduce variation and improve product consistency. - Develop and revise SOPs, work instructions, and engineering standards to support operational excellence. - Train and mentor Process Engineer I team members, technicians, and production personnel on process technologies, troubleshooting methodologies, and best practices. - Support implementation of automation, digital manufacturing, and smart factory initiatives to improve operational efficiency. - Participate in customer audits, internal audits, and quality system activities as required. - Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline required. - Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, semiconductor, automotive, chemical processing, or other high-volume manufacturing environments. - Experience supporting electrode manufacturing processes including mixing, coating, drying, calendering, slitting, or related technologies preferred. - Demonstrated experience leading process improvement projects and cross-functional technical initiatives. **Skills:** - Strong knowledge of DOE, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Process Capability Analysis, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis methodologies. - Experience utilizing quality tools including PFMEA, Control Plans, 8D, Fishbone Analysis, Pareto Analysis, and Failure Analysis techniques. - Ability to analyze large manufacturing datasets and translate findings into actionable process improvements. - Proficiency with statistical analysis software such as Minitab, JMP, or equivalent analytical tools. - Strong understanding of manufacturing process control and process validation methodologies. - Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills. - Effective collaboration and leadership skills with cross-functional teams. - Ability to mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to manufacturing personnel. - Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven and continuous improvement mindset. Why should you work here? 1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks. 2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional. 3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion. 4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues. EEO Statement LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Recruitment Fraud Alert Notice We have recently become aware of fraudulent recruiting activities in which individuals falsely claiming to represent LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. contact job seekers, advertise fictitious employment opportunities, request personal information, or seek payment in connection with an application or job offer. 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