Cell Line Process Engineer

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers at Duracell manufacturing sites globally to identify process gaps, troubleshoot production issues, and implement sustainable improvements to product performance and quality. • Support and lead process development and scale-up initiatives, translating lab- and pilot-scale findings into robust manufacturing processes. • Design and execute structured experiments (Design of Experiments) in both pilot and production environments to deepen process understanding and drive performance improvements. • Collaborate with senior R&D and operations leadership to align project scope, priorities, and deliverables with business goals. • Define project timelines, milestones, and resource requirements; manage execution within scope and budget. • Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly and with impact — in both written reports and oral presentations — to audiences at all levels. • Mine and analyze existing production datasets to identify improvement opportunities and inform decision-making. • Build strong relationships with plant teams across multiple geographies, supporting knowledge transfer and capability development. • Travel to Duracell manufacturing facilities globally as needed to provide on-site technical support (estimated 20–30%).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: • Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a closely related field. • 3+ years of experience in process engineering, process development, or manufacturing engineering. • Solid understanding of chemical processes and unit operations relevant to powder processing, mixing, compaction, or high-speed assembly. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to break down complex issues into clear problem statements and testable hypotheses. • Demonstrated ability to manage and execute technical projects from concept through implementation. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities. • Willingness and ability to travel internationally (estimated 20–30%).
• Preferred: • Experience in battery manufacturing, electrochemical systems, or energy storage technologies. • Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies and statistical analysis tools. • Prior experience working in or supporting global/multi-site manufacturing operations. • Experience with data mining, process analytics, or manufacturing execution systems.