Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process EngineerDo you enjoy applying your understanding of chemical concepts to new and existing manufacturing processes? Do you enjoy getting hands-on with projects you helped design? Stryten Energy is hiring a senior process engineer for our process engineering team to bridge the connection between chemical reaction requirements and the mechanical manufacturing process for active material preparation across our manufacturing portfolio in North America. The role is highly visible and impacts our oxide, paste mixing, and curing operations from a manufacturing efficiency, rate, operator safety, uptime, and quality capability viewpoints. You will help Stryten drive to the next level of manufacturing as we lean on your ability to mesh the chemical and mechanical aspects of production into reality. With 15 manufacturing facilities in the US, there are always opportunities to move up or around within the company. Stryten has an engineering career progression ladder that allows engineers to rise in the organization. Self-Starter with excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills. Must be able to effectively organize, direct, and control all aspects of process-related projects with emphasis on safety, budgeting, team building, and training. Work effectively with all plant departments to establish operational efficiency of production equipment, process improvements that relate to improved product quality, increased capacity, and continuous improvement opportunities.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for executing new capital projects; roles include Project Manager or Plant Support Manager.Support all EHS initiatives and protocols that support a zero-injury culture; comply with all health and safety policies and procedures.Support a collaborative teamwork culture across all departments that promotes positive working relationships with all departments, department supervisors, and department managers.Introduce and implement new materials, new processes, and new equipment.Generate cost reduction and product quality improvement ideas across Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery.Utilize lean concepts on projects throughout the plant to achieve KPI goals.Provide engineering troubleshooting and problem-solving assistance to all departments as needed.Develop and maintain equipment SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures).Coordinate and implement safety and training programs for newly implemented processes.Responsible for teams relating to the elimination of critical equipment downtime issues (root cause analysis).Responsible for executing continuous improvement strategies in areas of expertise.Lead operational departments in identifying best practices that ultimately reduce equipment downtime, i.e., reduce recurring equipment issues, reduce setup time, implement a quick-change methodology, and provide training.Comply with current Quality Systems requirements.Perform other work as assigned by Management, including 5S cleaning.Undertake assigned projects as directed by the Plant or Department Manager.QualificationsEducation, ExperienceB.S. Degree in Engineering required.Prior process experience in a manufacturing environment, six plus years preferred.Knowledge, Skills, AbilitiesMust have exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills.Must be a team-oriented person with exceptional communication skills.General Office Equipment, PC, and various software to include JDE, including Microsoft Office.Microsoft Office programs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management.Environment:This position is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular onsite attendance. The role also requires presence in manufacturing and production areas. While on the manufacturing floor, employees may be exposed to moving machinery, noise, dust, fumes, varying temperatures, and other industrial conditions. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.Physical Requirements:Sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and walking as necessary.Wearing of PPE is required.Will be exposed to extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, humid)Occasional lifting from grams up to 50 poundsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the futureEEO StatementStryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.About StatementStryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry's most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company's portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications. Learn more at