R&D - Engineer II

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Process/Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will provide critical support for front-end engineering projects and play a key part in new product development and technology transfer initiatives.
You will work cross-functionally with global R&D, Engineering, and Business partners, as well as third-party suppliers, to bring lithium battery manufacturing technologies to the plant level. Acting as a bridge between technical teams and equipment development suppliers, you will lead on-site process validation, establish process capability, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about optimizing production processes to meet the highest quality and cost standards. You thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and are comfortable managing multiple priorities while delivering results.

Responsibilities

•    Provide key support for front-end engineering projects, developing new products and operations.
•    Conducting competitor assessments, monitoring market developments, evaluating local capabilities and supporting faster project process execution.
•    Collaborate with global R&D, Engineering, third-party business partners, and suppliers to transfer lithium battery manufacturing technologies to the plant level.
•    Participate in plant project teams, acting as a bridge between R&D/Engineering/Business partners and equipment development suppliers.
•    Lead on-site validation and qualification of processes, materials, and equipment.
•    Work closely with global R&D/Engineering/Business partners, local technical teams, and QA to establish process capability and control plans.
•    Develop and define the sequence of manufacturing and assembly processes in accordance with established engineering principles to meet quality and cost standards.
•    Analyze product specifications, drawings, and engineering data to optimize production processes.
•    Continuously improve existing manufacturing processes to reduce risk, cost, and waste, and improve yield, productivity, and product quality.
•    Lead training for new hires and operations teams on materials, processes, and equipment technology transfer.
•    Complete other tasks as assigned by management.
 

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
•    3–4 years of manufacturing experience; lithium battery experience preferred.
•    Good English reading and writing skills.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
•    Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
 

About UsDuracell is the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell’s products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a “can do” attitude is highly valued.