Process Expert

PowerCo SE; Valencia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 vacation days

PowerDays 2025

Job summary

PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U. in Valencia is seeking an experienced Operations professional to oversee daily production and sub-process areas of cell manufacturing. You will work with process experts to monitor parameters, verify processes, and drive improvements across equipment and workflows.

The role requires 5+ years in battery manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and a passion for innovative, sustainable energy. Emphasis on inclusivity and career growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in the sector.
• Disability certificate of 33% or more is valued; diverse profiles are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production and process parameters; identify root causes and resolve issues.
• Collaborate on sub-process areas of cell manufacturing with process experts.
• Support process verification concepts and evaluate input factors and outputs.
• Evaluate equipment capability and set up process parameters.
• Issue working instructions and parameter handbooks for sub processes.
• Execute process verification and DoE; organize machine training.
• Participate in daily shop-floor management and weekly production data reviews.
• Analyze CpK data and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Experience 5+ years

Battery industry experience

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical Eng

Bachelor/Master in Chemical Eng

Bachelor/Master in Material Science & Eng

Job description

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The mission has started. We proudly announce that we are starting the ramp up of our own cell manufacturing in Valencia. In this, the tasks and requirements of operations mainly take care of all production related activities within the battery cell production. Our responsibilities vary from planning, constructing and rolling out the forthcoming battery cell factories. Furthermore, planning and implementing operating functions such as logistics, quality, production and plant management is also key elements within the area of operations.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Your role and key responsibilities

• Daily production / process parameter monitoring and finding a root cause of failure & solving issue
• Jointly responsible for sub process(e.g. Mixing, coating, Stacking, Cell baking, injection, etc) of the cell manufacturing with process experts
• Supporting process verification concept for the sub process with technical evaluation of the input factors and output results
• Responsible for evaluation of equipments capability and process parameter set up
• Responsible for issuing the working instruction; parameter handbooks of sub process
• Execution of Process verification and DoE
• Organizing training for machine/equipment operation
• Participation in Daily shop-floor management meeting
• Daily and weekly Tear down analysis and weekly report Production data analysis for CpK improvement

What you bring to the team

• 5 years experience in the sector
• Battery Industry field previous experience is a plus

What makes you stand out

• 5+ years of experience in related roles
• Please submit your CV in English
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering or a related field.
• Possession of a disability certificate of 33% or more is valued, and we encourage individuals of all abilities to apply. Our company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity, functional diversity, and all facets of individual differences. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a workforce where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

What to look forward to

• PowerCo Spain offers a distinctive chance to join a thriving organization renowned for its robust commitment to sustainability and innovation. Immerse yourself in a flexible, collegial, and aspirational workplace. Moreover, propel your career forward alongside a diverse ensemble of gifted colleagues.
• Secure employment with a compelling compensation package.
• Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to environmental responsibility and a sustainable future.
• 25 vacation days plus an additional PowerDays this year (2025).
• Thrive in a richly multicultural and varied setting.
• Embrace a work structure that prioritizes flexibility in scheduling.
• Seize the chance to become a foundational member of a team poised to expand to over 2,000 individuals.

Company: PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U.

Location: Valencia, ES

Job Function: Operations

Level of Experience: Professionals

Job ID: 4742

Are you a battery believer?

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquarteredin Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.