Manufacturing Process Engineer- Battery Systems

M Force; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

M Force Partners is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer – Battery Systems to join its Westminster, MD team. The role supports development, implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for advanced battery products, in collaboration with Battery Design, Mechanical Engineering, Operations, Facilities, and Maintenance.

The ideal candidate thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex production challenges, and drives process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Chemical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing/process engineering in industrial environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes, production operations and continuous improvement.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Battery Design Engineering and Operations with manufacturing and process engineering activities.
• Evaluate new and existing manufacturing processes to improve manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and production performance.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, SOPs, and manufacturing tools.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, quality, and reduce costs.
• Train and support production personnel on manufacturing processes and standardized work procedures.
• Collaborate with Facilities and Maintenance to identify equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Troubleshoot processes, equipment, and production issues; document corrective actions.
• Conduct RCCA investigations to resolve recurring manufacturing and process issues.
• Partner with Battery Design and Mechanical Engineering to transition new products to production.
• Evaluate product designs and provide manufacturability recommendations.
• Monitor KPIs and production data to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Apply engineering analysis, modeling, prototyping, and testing to improve performance.
• Support implementation of process controls, automation, and equipment improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional engineering and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Hands-on manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD modeling software

PLC programming

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing Process Engineer – Battery Systems

Location: Westminster, MD
Pay: $85,000–$95,000 annually
Job Type: Direct Hire
Work Environment: Onsite

Position Overview

M Force Partners is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Process Engineer – Battery Systems to join a growing engineering team in Westminster, MD. This Manufacturing Process Engineer – Battery Systems will support the development, implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for advanced battery products. Working closely with Battery Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations, Facilities, and Maintenance, this role plays a critical part in ensuring manufacturing processes are safe, efficient, cost‑effective, and capable of producing high‑quality products.

The ideal Manufacturing Process Engineer – Battery Systems thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys solving complex production challenges, and is passionate about driving process improvements from product introduction through full‑scale production.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Battery Design Engineering and Operations with manufacturing and process engineering activities
• Evaluate new and existing manufacturing processes to improve manufacturability, efficiency, quality, and production performance
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and manufacturing support tools
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing productivity, improving quality, reducing costs, and maximizing production output
• Train and support production personnel on manufacturing processes and standardized work procedures
• Collaborate with Facilities and Maintenance teams to identify and implement equipment upgrades and process improvements
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes, equipment, and production issues while documenting corrective actions
• Conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations to resolve recurring manufacturing and process issues
• Partner with Battery Design and Mechanical Engineering teams to transition new products from development into production
• Evaluate product designs and provide recommendations to improve manufacturability
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and analyze production data to identify process improvement opportunities
• Apply engineering analysis, computational modeling, prototyping, and testing to improve manufacturing performance
• Support the implementation of process controls, automation, and equipment improvements
• Participate in cross‑functional engineering and continuous improvement projects
• Perform additional engineering duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related industrial environment
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes, production operations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and production processes
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work effectively in a hands‑on manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
• Six Sigma Certification
• Experience with PLC programming or industrial automation systems
• Experience with CAD modeling software
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI)
• Experience working in battery manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, or other advanced manufacturing environments

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work onsite in Westminster, MD
• Ability to work throughout manufacturing and production areas as needed
• Ability to support multiple engineering projects while meeting deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Manufacturing teams

Equal Opportunity Employer

M Force Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.