Manufacturing Engineer (End of Line - Formation & Ageing)

Job Scope Why does the role exist? High level purpose of function. The Senior Process Engineer plays a key role in defining, stabilising, and optimising manufacturing processes within a battery cell production environment. This role is responsible for ensuring robust, repeatable, and high-performing processes across the full production lifecycle, from industrialisation through ramp-up to full-scale manufacturing. Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), the Senior Process Engineer is responsible for the methodology, process flow, and parameter definition (recipe) of their assigned area. They define and control how the process performs, ensuring it consistently meets product quality, capability, and cost targets. This role combines hands-on shop floor engineering, deep technical expertise, and structured problem-solving to drive process capability, reduce variation, and sustain high-performing operations. The Senior Process Engineer works cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Operations to deliver stable and scalable production processes. Key Responsibilities Overall areas of responsibilities and activities Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to) Own end-to-end process performance (Ppk), including defining targets, monitoring stability, and driving sustained improvements to ensure processes consistently meet quality and capability requirements. Define, implement, and maintain process recipes (setpoints, parameter windows, and sequencing), ensuring consistent, repeatable, and controlled production. Design, implement, and sustain the process control strategy, including SPC application, control limits, and structured response to process variation. Analyse process behaviour to identify variation drivers, performance gaps, and yield losses, and translate findings into robust and sustainable improvements. Own the development and maintenance of Bill of Process (BoP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and standardised process execution. Establish and maintain robust process windows to support industrialisation, production ramp-up, and sustained process performance. Lead Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), ensuring process risks are identified, prioritised, and effectively mitigated. Lead structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for complex process deviations, quality issues, and performance losses, ensuring resolution of underlying causes. Define and maintain process-specific reaction plans to ensure rapid and effective containment and recovery from process deviations. Act as a technical leader and escalation point for complex or high-impact process issues, driving resolution across cross-functional teams. Drive process improvements focused on variation reduction, capability improvement, and production stability, ensuring solutions are scalable across lines and future expansions. Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering to ensure alignment between process capability, equipment capability, and product specifications. Maintain strong presence on the shop floor, supporting trials, troubleshooting, and real-time process optimisation in production environments. Requirements Educational background and previous experience required for the role Qualifications and Experience Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment. Proven track record of developing, stabilising, and optimising manufacturing processes in high-volume production environments using structured and data-driven methodologies. Demonstrated experience in owning process performance (Ppk) and delivering sustained improvements in process stability, capability, and yield. Extensive experience in industrialisation, process qualification, and production ramp-up, including establishing robust process windows and control strategies. Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments, ideally within battery, semiconductor, chemical, electrochemical, or similar industries. Strong experience in Statistical Process Control (SPC), process capability analysis, and variation reduction techniques. Demonstrated ownership and leadership of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and implementation of effective risk mitigation strategies. Proven experience in defining and managing process recipes, parameter control strategies, and process standards. Experience working to industry standards and certification requirements such as ISO, IATF, and VDA. Specific skills & Knowledge Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex process data and translate insights into sustainable improvements. Deep technical curiosity and the ability to operate as a Subject Matter Expert across process domains, with strong understanding of process behaviour, variation, and control. Strong knowledge of process control methodologies, including SPC, control limits, and reaction planning. Excellent structured problem-solving skills, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), A3, and Six Sigma methodologies. Ability to clearly document and communicate complex technical challenges and solutions. Proven ability to mentor, coach, and develop engineers and technicians, contributing to overall team capability growth. Highly autonomous with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset. Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple engineering and operational functions. Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. Ability to work within varying environments including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearing appropriate PPE. Comfortable operating in high-profile, international, and high-pressure production environments. A genuine technical interest and passion for working within manufacturing and process engineering is highly valued.

Job Scope Why does the role exist? High level purpose of function. The Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in process equipment commissioning, production ramp-up, and full-scale manufacturing within a battery cell production facility. They ensure smooth start-up of production lines, optimize manufacturing processes, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to maximize process yield, equipment availability, and overall production performance. This role combines hands-on equipment commissioning experience, cross-functional collaboration, and technical expertise to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality battery cell production. The manufacturing engineer is responsible for all aspects of their process machine including technical functionality, how personnel interact with it, what maintenance activities are recommended, and what crucial spares are required. Key Responsibilities Overall areas of responsibilities and activities Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to) · Participate in HAZOP sessions and ensure compliance with process safety, operational safety, and environmental standards. · Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout production and commissioning activities. · Lead process equipment commissioning, including cold and hot commissioning on-site during start-up or restart projects. (Project timeline dependent) · Facilitate smooth transitions from commissioning to production ramp-up and full-scale manufacturing. (Project timeline dependent) · Translate lessons learned into design and process improvements for future expansions. · Monitor, analyze and improve production KPIs, including yield, availability, and performance. Identifying top losses, production bottlenecks, and performance gaps to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives. · Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment-related losses, minor stops, and process deviations. · Define, release, and maintain manufacturing process standards and operator training programs. · Train and mentor new engineers, operators and other support functions. · Prepare, review, and approve documentation including (but not limited to); WI, PFMEAs, commissioning checklists, project timelines, A3s. · Provide technical feedback and guidance to suppliers to ensure equipment quality, compliance with specifications, and CE standards. · Develop and issue DOEs (Design of Experiments) and schedule process and equipment trials onsite and at supplier sites (if required). · Deliver a line capable of obtaining PPAP approval, following a structured quality gate model. · Complete supplementary tasks as seen fit by management to effectively utilize time and resources for the benefit of the business. · This role requires regular presence on the production floor. Accountability/Authorization · Budget responsibility: N · Direct reports: N · Work Environment responsibility: N All employees are accountable for complying with safety regulations and actively supporting a safe workplace. Requirements Educational background and previous experience required for the role Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering. Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in production, equipment, or engineering-related roles. Proven track record of leading manufacturing process improvements and production optimization in a factory environment following recognised project management techniques. Experience in building and scaling production in a fast-growing environment, ideally within the battery, food, pharma, paper & pulp, semiconductor, electrochemical, or similar industries. Hands-on experience and interest in equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation. Proficient in detailed root cause analysis, structured problem-solving methodologies and continuous improvement. Familiarity with quality assurance troubleshooting tools. Experience working to industry standards obtaining certification including ISO, IATF &VDA . Experience with statistical process control and process capability analysis. Specific skills & Knowledge Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies . Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) metrics and their application in production environments. · Strong technical curiosity, analytical mindset, and business-oriented problem-solving skills. · Troubleshooting skills with diagnostic equipment. Ability to document technical problems concisely. Excellent English skills, both written and oral, are essential. Basic Swedish and other language skills are a plus. You should have good communication skills and be able to work in close collaboration with colleagues from many different teams. Ability to work within varying environments including clean-rooms and dry-rooms, while wearing appropriate PPE. Comfortable operating in high-profile, international, and high-pressure environments. A genuine technical interest and passion about working within production is highly valued.