Engineer II, Inspection Technology

LG Energy Solution Arizona; Queen Creek (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. seeks an Engineer II of Inspection Technology to lead quality-issue prevention and maximize yield and OEE by establishing inspection systems and improving equipment performance.

You will introduce new equipment and supervise vision-system integration, MSA/gage R&R, and data-driven improvements across production lines in Queen Creek, AZ.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in engineering equipment in a production/plant environment (internship or co-op acceptable).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Experience in manufacturing with equipment and processes (PLC, SPC, MES).
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage inspection machine standards revisions via Process Flow Diagrams for Preventive and Breakdown Maintenance and Process Down Manuals.
• Analyze system breakdowns to reduce false No Good rate and determine root causes; implement improvements.
• Coordinate installation schedules of vision system equipment with production teams, HQ, and vendors.
• Collaborate with vendor support for programming vision systems.
• Review daily production reports and KPIs distributed to production teams and HQ.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

3+ years engineering equipment

Six Sigma

MSA/gage R&R (Minitab)

Deep learning

Ambiguity handling

Prioritization & planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Halcon

OpenCV

Machine Vision

3D metrology

X-ray

CT

Job description

We awaken the world with energy.

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

Job Summary

As the Engineer II of Inspection Technology, you will lead prevention of quality issues maximizing yield and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through the establishment of inspection systems, improvement of inspection equipment performance, and the introduction of new equipment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the inspection machine standards revision through Process Flow Diagrams for both Preventive and Breakdown Maintenance as well as Process Down Manuals
• Analyze system breakdowns or failures to improve false “No Good” rate and determine root causes; identify and implement required improvements
• Communicate the installation schedule of vision system equipment to production teams, HQ, and vendors.
• Collaborate with vendor support for programming activity of vision systems
• Review daily production reports on improvements and KPIs, which are distributed to production teams and HQ
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in engineering equipment experience in production/plant environment (including internship or co-op acceptable).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with equipment and processes such as Programmable Logic Controllers, Statistical Process Control, Manufacturing Execution System, etc.)
• Experience operating in manufacturing setting with Total Productive and Preventive Maintenance methodologies.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support resolution of production abnormalities.
• Deep understanding of measurement system analysis (MSA) and gage R&R using Minitab.
• Experience in maintaining in-line inspection systems (Machine Vision, 3D metrology, X-ray, and CT).
• Must be able to properly and regularly utilize the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a period of up to 12 hours.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety glasses
• Steel-toed shoes

Physical Requirements

• Lift/push/pull up to 35 pounds on occasion
• Stoop, twist, bend
• Reach overhead
• Sit and/or stand for lengthy periods

Skills

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and make sound decisions
• Effective workflow and process management
• Planning skills and effective communication of priorities
• Experience with machine vision algorithm libraries (Halcon, OpenCV) and deep learning models

Why should you work here?

• Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.
• Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.
• Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.
• Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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