Materials Process Engineer

What you will do
As a Materials Engineer at Clarios, you will play a pivotal role in developing and
supporting the production of Lead acid energy storage designs to meet the
electrification needs of automotive customers. This includes coordinating product development to meet critical timelines, supporting product launches at the plant level, and managing engineering changes for production products. You will also lead the development, validation, and optimization of materials and processes for lead-acid battery components, ensuring performance, regulatory compliance, and cost- effectiveness across global manufacturing and supplier networks. Clarios is committed to a flexible work culture, and this hybrid role reflects that commitment.

This hybrid role is required to work in Milwaukee, WI.

How will you do it

• Take ownership of lead component design and validation supporting lead system engineers and manufacturing plants.

• Design and validate new materials and components for lead-acid and advanced battery applications.

• Lead prototype development and testing for new materials.

• Define and refine material specifications and performance standards for
materials and components.

• Define and improve manufacturing processes related to chemical conversion and material integration.

• Work closely with OEM and IAM engineering teams to clarify customer
requirements. Support Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and Quality teams in supplier development and audits.

• Participate in DFMEA, DVP&R, and tolerance stack-up analysis.

• Support the CAD team to prepare technical drawings of components and
assemblies.

• Support cross-functional procurement and supplier quality team to ensure
suppliers are meeting Clarios outlined drawing and product release standards.

• Support project team with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) to ensure that the design of components optimizes the manufacturing and assembly process.
Ensure that the design of components facilitate handling throughout the product life cycle from shipping through disassembly and recycling.

What we look for:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience in materials engineering, preferably with lead-acid battery systems or heavy metals.

• Strong knowledge of material testing, failure analysis, and regulatory standards.

• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, and supplier PPAP processes.

• Working knowledge in CAD tools and data analysis software.

Preferred:

• Experience interfacing directly with OE customers.

• Manufacturing process knowledge and plant environment experience

• Experience with the SAP document management system related to engineering change, material masters, engineering bill of materials and manufacturing bill of materials.

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What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries;

we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential…