Cell Process Engineer

NextStar Energy (NSE) is Canada's first large-scale battery manufacturing facility. Located in Windsor, Ontario, NextStar Energy is dedicated to the development and innovation of sustainable and efficient energy solutions, empowering the future of mobility.

At NextStar Energy, you’re joining a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on your well-being. We provide customized training programs and select global learning opportunities to support your professional development and career growth. Your contributions are valued, and we are creating a company-wide rewards program to recognize them. Our leaders foster a supportive, trusting environment where your voice is heard. We believe that, together, we can achieve more.

We are seeking a highly skilled Cell Process Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for “Installation and management of lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing process and equipment”. This role requires a strong understanding of PFD, PFMEA, CP, OEE, yield, production result, and machine parts, mechanical and electrical drawing analysis, problem solving skills, communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering techniques to install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
• Confers with production engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Monitor production performance and suggest improvements.
• Investigates process, work method failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew.
• Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, etc.)
• MS Office tool-based report writing and oral communication skills
• Advanced Skill of computational draft program [Ex. Auto CAD, Solid works]
• Ability to work well with individuals and teams across the company to achieve team goals and targets
• Computational Skill, Troubleshooting, Problem-solving, Statistical knowledge
• A team player who can multitask and thrive in a very dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in control (especially Siemens PLC) preferred
• Experience in Canadian Safety Certification (ESA, PSR, TSSA, etc.) preferred
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred
• 3+ years manufacturing industrial experiences (Especially, lithium-ion batteries industry)
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance (Breakdown Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance) and troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• 2+ years of spare parts management

Environment

• Willingness and ability to work in various PPE environment (construction PPE and cleanroom PPE)
• Ability to work in cleanroom conditions with humidity ranging from 1% to 35%
• Physically able to walk a minimum of 6,000 steps per day and lift up to 40 lbs

Thank you for your interest in our company and the opportunity to join our team. We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you better!

NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. NextStar Energy is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.