Cell Assembly Process Engineer

BASQUEVOLT

Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain

Your Role

As a key player in our dynamic team, you will be responsible for the definition of cell assembly process of Basquevolt’s semi-solid proprietary Li-ion cells.

Participating in the selection and validation of new battery assembly machines;
Participating in the design, validation and start-up of assembly lines;
Defining product and process specifications for the various battery designs with the R&D teams & Participating in the study of new battery designs;
Perform post-fabrication assessments to validate the quality and reproducibility of the assembly;
Participate in the assessment of cells and suggest corrective measures that can be applied to the line;
Lead and execute continuous improvement iniciatives(Lean/ Kaizen /six sigma) to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste;
Manage technical and cross-functional projects from concept to completion, ensuring scope, timing, and budgets targets are met;
Develop, implement and validate mechanical machine modifications to improve process capability, productivity and safety;
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement corrective actions;
Drive data-based decision making through process analysis, KPI tracking, and structured problem-solving;
Document engineering changes, project plans, ROI analyses, and improvement results.

Requirements

The Cell Assembly Process Engineer should have experience in the development and manufacturing of lithium-ion battery, ideally within a corporate organization.

Specifically, we will assess expertise in the following aspects:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering;
A minimum of 5 years of experience in Li-ion battery manufacturing;
Experience in battery products (LFP/NMC cathode, graphite anode, etc...);
Good understanding of the various product and process constraints related to the battery field;
Experience in mechanical piece assembly and stress expertise;
Proven experience in continuous improvement roles within a manufacturing environment;
Hands-on experience designing and executing mechanical modifications or equipment upgrades;
Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously;
Knowledge of Lean tools (5S, VSM, SMED, TPM etc…) and/or Six Sigma methodologies;
Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills;
Applicants should be fluent in English. Spanish or any other European language will be a plus.