Lead Engineer - Lithium Ion Battery Separators

Lead Engineer

Our client is a global leader in the high-performance battery separators industry.

The Lead Engineer is responsible for the lithium-ion battery separator expansion program. Works with the major material and equipment suppliers to successfully start up operating lines in the US. Will design and develop wet process PE lithium-ion battery separator coating processes and related tooling for the coating lines to be installed. Works with suppliers on separator coating formulations approved for manufacturing.

Specific responsibilities:

• Develop coating run instructions and procedures and implement on site.
• Determine coating and test equipment manufacturing capability/test accuracy and recommend equipment upgrades, modifications, and/or improvements.
• Document production solutions and develop KPI’s for coating and slitting processes.
• Writes new equipment procedural methods in easily understood format.
• Determine cause and corrective procedures for failed coating runs
• Ensure specific projects are completed and delivered on time.
• Ensure design concepts comply with customer's specifications and are manufacturable.
• Support acceptance testing, qualification testing, and troubleshooting efforts
• Provide project leadership, work direction, and training to support personnel.
• Establish standards of productivity, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Work with customers to resolve complex custom-designs and technical problems.
• Implement IATF 16949 quality system standards and ensure compliance.
• Train and educate personnel involved with job processes and maintenance procedures (machines, materials, and process techniques).

Requirements:

• BS degree in Engineering and industry relevant work experience required.
• Startup or major plant expansion experience a must.
• Experience with coating equipment technologies micro gravure and spray coating ideal
• Must be able to multi-task and handle multiple projects and stakeholders professionally.
• Resolve unforeseen issues and adjust plans as needed in a timely manner.
• Communicate information to internal and external audiences geared to the specific audience.
• Develop, adjust, execute, and monitor supply and production plans.
• Balance competing priorities and production scheduling satisfying customer orders.