Battery Process Engineer – Scale ESS Manufacturing

Peak Energy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Equity opportunities

Job summary

Peak Energy is seeking a Process Engineer to oversee and optimize battery manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, quality and cost reduction. You will implement best practices, support quality control, and collaborate with R&D, production and QA to scale manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Engineering, plus hands-on experience in battery manufacturing, process simulation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; Master’s is a plus.
• Proven experience in battery manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of materials science and battery components.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in process simulation and modeling software.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve battery manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase product quality.
• Support manufacturing quality by establishing and maintaining rigorous quality control standards.
• Identify and recommend equipment and technologies to improve performance, reliability, and yield.
• Investigate and resolve process-related issues using root cause analysis and problem‑solving techniques.
• Ensure processes and equipment adhere to safety protocols and standards; maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain documentation and train staff on best practices; create process manuals.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and QA to scale new products to full‑scale manufacturing.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation within the manufacturing engineering department.

Skills

Process engineering

Quality control

Root cause analysis

Process simulation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical)

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

Peak Energy is seeking a Process Engineer to oversee and optimize battery manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, quality and cost reduction. You will implement best practices, support quality control, and collaborate with R&D, production and QA to scale manufacturing.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Engineering, plus hands-on experience in battery manufacturing, process simulation, and continuous improvement.