Senior Process Engineer - Battery Division

Senior Process Engineer - Battery Division

BYD Europe

Szeged, Hungary

Key Responsibilities:

Process Route Planning & Optimization

• Responsible for full lifecycle process route planning, development, review, and optimization;
• Design efficient, stable, and compliant manufacturing processes based on product requirements, capacity, cost targets, and production conditions;
• Manage process documentation, parameters, key controls, and risk analysis to ensure mass production readiness.

Tooling & Fixture Development

• Lead tooling, jig, fixture, and gauge lifecycle management from design to production validation;
• Optimize fixture design, precision, ergonomics, and cost efficiency;
• Review technical drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and production standards.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Manage new process and product introduction projects;
• Support DFM reviews, trial production, process validation, and mass production ramp-up;
• Ensure smooth transition from product development to stable production.

Process Improvement & Quality Enhancement

• Drive improvements in yield, scrap rate, efficiency, and process stability;
• Apply data analysis, process optimization, and parameter adjustment to improve FPY (First Pass Yield) and reduce losses;
• Collaborate with Quality teams to strengthen process control and defect prevention.

Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

• Conduct root cause analysis using PFMEA, 5Why, Fishbone Diagram, and 8D methodologies;
• Lead cross-functional improvement activities with Production, Quality, Equipment, R&D, Supply Chain, and Customers;
• Ensure closed-loop problem solving and continuous improvement.

Process Management & Team Development

• Establish and optimize process management systems, documentation standards, and PCN change control processes;
• Support process team development, technical training, knowledge sharing, and capability improvement;
• Promote standardized and systematic manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Vehicle Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related fields.

Work Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in process engineering and quality control within battery manufacturing, automotive, precision machining, or mechanical assembly industries;
• Experience with battery manufacturing processes and new energy vehicle (NEV) projects is highly preferred;
• Familiarity with full lifecycle manufacturing processes from development to mass production.

Professional Skills

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing process design, process control, and process documentation:
  • PFMEA | Control Plan | SOP | Process Flow Chart.
• Experience in process risk assessment, mass production optimization, and process improvement;
• Skilled in tooling, jig, fixture, and gauge design, validation, and optimization;
• Proficient in 2D/3D mechanical design software:
  • AutoCAD | SolidWorks | UG/NX.
• Advanced user of MS Office for data analysis, improvement reports, and project documentation;
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 quality management system;
• Experienced in quality improvement tools:
  • 5Why | Fishbone Diagram | 8D | CPK | DOE.

Language & Communication Skills

• Fluent English as a working language, capable of:
  • Technical reporting;
  • Email communication;
  • Meeting discussions;
  • Customer & supplier technical coordination.

Competencies

• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and risk prevention skills;
• Ability to manage technical projects independently under pressure;
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills;
• Experience in team development, technical training, process system building, and cost optimization.