Manufacturing Engineer

What you will do:

This position will monitor, regulate and control all battery manufacturing processes.  The manufacturing engineers are responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operations of all the equipment utilized in the manufacturing process.  This includes reducing equipment downtime, scrap and ensuring a quality product.  Employee operates with minimum direction to control plant manufacturing processes.  Employee performs varied and somewhat complex work where independent judgment and action is exercised.

How you will do it:

• Must possess an advanced knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical processes and equipment
• Support and develop department or maintenance projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.
• Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.
• Lead projects to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) process and improve overall production downtime
• Maintain process capability across various production focus areas within the plant
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems. Implement interim processes as required to correct or contain all non-conformance.
• Provide hands on manufacturing support to operations.
• Define and improve process and methodology for production team members
• Review product and process designs for compliance and safety, adherence to company standards, customer contract requirements and to ensure timely completion.
• Position will require extended hours and flexible schedule to accommodate the installation of equipment.  In addition, the installation cannot impact plant operations
• Analyzes production equipment to prevent costs associated with unexpected machine downtime and to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Process capability improvements
• Assists senior management with plant improvements and expansions.

What we look for:

Required:

• BSEE/BSME from accredited college or university, required  
• 3 or more years’ experience in manufacturing environment working with an engineering team
• 3D modeling or drawing experience
• Understanding of relationship between mechanics and machines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Experience and understanding in project management and corresponding methodologies
• Project tool experience and managing GANT charts  
• Candidates must be able to work both all shifts, including long hours (8+ hour shifts) and the ability to cover weekend production.
• Creativity and problem solving skills

Preferred:

• Green Belt and/or Black Belt certification preferred
• PLC experience
• SQL and Power BI experience

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What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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