Manufacturing Scale-Up Engineer

Oakland, CA

Company Overview: Enzinc is a dynamic and innovative battery materials company at the forefront of energy storage solutions. As a leader in the industry, we specialize in the development and production of advanced materials for next-generation batteries. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of sustainable energy.

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manufacturing Scale-up Engineer with a focus on manufacturing engineering to join our production team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in process engineering, scaling up manufacturing processes. At Enzinc, you will play a crucial role in optimizing and enhancing our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the scale-up of our slurry and deposition processes, from demonstration scale to manufacturing scale. 
  • Specify and define equipment needs to support manufacturing scale-up.
  • Identify and work with equipment vendors to demonstrate manufacturing equipment that meets Enzinc’s requirements for consistent, quality manufacturing.
  • Procure, install, commission and qualify new manufacturing equipment to support Enzinc’s manufacturing growth.
  • Lead equipment integration and manufacturing process automation initiatives.
  • Support process improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Support integration of manufacturing unit operations with automation and control logic.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to optimize the manufacturing of raw materials and components.
  • Contribute to Enzinc’s pilot line manufacturing campaigns to demonstrate production capability and to meet partner program production requirements.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, with a focus on scaling equipment and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation.
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma or other lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team.
  • Effective communication skills for conveying technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements:

This job requires flexibility and willingness to work some non-traditional work hours – including occasional overnight shift work.  Enzinc values work-life balance and offers an alternative work schedule with alternating Fridays off.

Enzinc is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.