Battery Plant Engineer

CrossSafety; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Battery Plant Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in the installation and commissioning of state-of-the-art battery production lines. This position offers a competitive pay rate and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You will lead equipment installations, engage in advanced cleanliness protocols, and manage project schedules while collaborating with both domestic and international teams. If you're ready to take your engineering career to the next level and contribute to the future of battery technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent compensation

Overtime opportunities

Collaborative environment

Innovative projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Experience in equipment installation and capital project execution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead equipment installation efforts and coordinate with teams.
• Participate in equipment trials, commissioning, and handover.

Skills

2D drawing interpretation

Root cause analysis

Project management

Equipment installation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Battery Plant Engineer

Location: Liberty, NC
Pay Rate: $50-60/hour
Overtime: 20% overtime, some weekends required
Steel Toe Boots Required
Travel: Domestic (20%), potential international travel in the future

Join a high-impact team driving the future of automotive battery production!

We are looking for an Engineer to play a key role in the installation and commissioning of advanced battery production lines. This role offers a highly competitive pay rate and an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading equipment installation efforts, including ovens, piping, mixing, and web-handling equipment.
• Coordinating with contractors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Participating in equipment trials, commissioning, and mass production handover.
• Engaging in advanced cleanliness protocols (clean rooms) for battery manufacturing.
• Conducting root cause analysis and implementing countermeasures for equipment performance.
• Managing project schedules, KPIs, and budgets.
• Collaborating with domestic and international teams to meet business milestones.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in equipment installation and capital project execution (over $0.5M preferred).
• Strong 2D drawing interpretation skills (facility/process equipment).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and project management tools.
• Ability to travel domestically (20%) and be open to potential international travel (Japan for meetings/trials, 1-2 weeks at a time, 4-6 months depending on business needs).
• Willingness to work occasional weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods as needed.

Why Join Us?

Work on industry-leading battery technology projects.
Excellent compensation with overtime opportunities.
Collaborate with top engineers and international teams.
Be part of an innovative and future-focused manufacturing environment.

We prefer local candidates in Liberty, NC. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help shape the future of battery production!

CrossSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer