Manufacturing Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement battery recycling & primary resource extraction systems starting from a laboratory scale basis into pilot and commercial scale systems. 
• Translate conceptual designs into detailed engineering plans including mechanical design, equipment selection and layout drawings.  
• Iterate on technical improvements to novel processing steps for extracting high purity battery materials consistently from various feedstocks. 
• Integrate process, material handling, and other mechanical equipment into efficient manufacturing systems.  
• Develop technical requirements for equipment, coordinate with vendors, and review equipment and process submittals. 
• Design integration strategies to ensure reliable material flow, process control, and quality control. 
• Develop Basis of Design, Equipment Specifications, Controls Narratives / Sequences of Operation, and Operating Procedures. 
• Working with engineering and operations teams to produce equipment buyoff, commissioning, and ramp plans. 
• Support development of equipment installation, and phasing plans. 
• Iterate on equipment, utility, and layout development to ensure safe, efficient, and successful operations. 
• Support operations and R&D teams by providing technical feedback and test plans for continuous improvement. 
• Use feedback from operations to inform next generation designs of our technology and processes. 
• Collaborate with program management and construction teams to safely and quickly implement efficient designs. 

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Background in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechatronics preferred) 
• 3+ years of engineering experience in production, manufacturing 
• Strong understanding of equipment design, process design, and plant operations 
• Experience with commissioning and troubleshooting first-in-kind manufacturing lines (Process Qualification, Quality Management incl. FMEAs and Control Plans, Manufacturing Instructions) 
• Experience implementing data-driven improvements to operational lines (DOE, Change Management) 
• Experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC) 
• Experience designing/operating conveyance and material handling systems for bulk materials 
• Experience implementing functional safety systems for manufacturing lines (Safety Buyoffs, HAZOP/PHA/FMEA) 
• Able to interpret and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Basis of Design, Equipment Specifications, Control Narratives, and Operating Procedures 
• Working knowledge of mechatronics and discrete control strategies (conveyance, safety interlocks, PLC) 
• Ability to positively collaborate in a team environment 

Preferred Qualifications

• Chemical or Mechanical industry background (High Volume Manufacturing, Gas & Chemicals, Metals & Mining, Mineral Processing, etc.) 
• Able to interpret and produce Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) 
• Experience interfacing with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software 
• Experience in development and integration of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 
• Experience with CAD programs (e.g., Autodesk, SOLIDWORKS) 

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods. 
• Ability to walk throughout the plant. 
• Ability to bend at the waist. 
• Ability to lift assisted over 50 lbs. 
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders 
• Ability to wear PPE which includes but is not limited to the following: eye and face protection, hearing protection, respirators, and protective shoes and shoe coverings. 
• Must have 20/20 or corrected vision. 
• Ability to perform repetitive duties. 
• Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals for extended periods of time. 

What We Offer

• Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program  
• Stock options 
• 401(K) 
• Flexible paid time off 
• Monthly phone stipend