Engineer II, Process

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: The Process Engineer II is responsible for independently driving process performance, yield improvement, quality enhancement, and operational excellence within the Electrode Manufacturing area.

This role serves as a technical subject matter expert for assigned manufacturing processes and equipment, leading complex troubleshooting efforts, process optimization projects, new technology implementation, and production ramp-up activities. The Process Engineer II partners closely with Production, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Maintenance, and R&D teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Responsibilities

: Lead investigations of complex process and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence. Independently analyze manufacturing data and process performance metrics to identify trends, variation sources, and improvement opportunities. Design, execute, and lead Design of Experiments (DOE) activities to optimize process capability, product quality, throughput, and cost.

Own and continuously improve key manufacturing performance indicators including OEE, yield, scrap, process downtime, cycle time, and productivity. Lead qualification activities for new materials, equipment, tooling, and process technologies, including validation of process changes and performance verification. Develop technical reports and present findings, recommendations, and project updates to plant leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and other problem-solving methodologies. Lead non-conformance investigations and implement robust containment, corrective action, and long-term preventive measures. Develop, maintain, and improve PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Control Plans, process specifications, and manufacturing standards.

Evaluate and approve 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) changes and support New Product Introduction (NPI), process transfers, and manufacturing ramp-up activities. Serve as technical lead for assigned production lines by providing advanced troubleshooting support for process and equipment-related issues. Collaborate with Equipment Engineering and Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability, process stability, and manufacturing capability.

Analyze process capability and establish statistical control strategies to reduce variation and improve product consistency. Develop and revise SOPs, work instructions, and engineering standards to support operational excellence. Train and mentor Process Engineer I team members, technicians, and production personnel on process technologies, troubleshooting methodologies, and best practices.

Support implementation of automation, digital manufacturing, and smart factory initiatives to improve operational efficiency. Participate in customer audits, internal audits, and quality system activities as required. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline required. Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, semiconductor, automotive, chemical processing, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.