Job Information
LG Energy Solution Engineer I, Quality in Holland, Michigan
Title: Engineer II, Quality (Defect Analysis)
Reports to: Manager, DA
Location: Holland, MI.
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary:
As a Defect Analysis Engineer I, you will conduct analysis of lithium ion battery (small, medium/large Cell, ESS) and BMS (Battery Management System) related accident site and failure parts investigation, internal and external failure samples. You will also conduct reproduction experiments (cell and pack level) in certain conditions. This job is responsible for identifying the clear root cause of safety issues, serving as a control tower to improve accident issues, and providing safe batteries to customers.
Responsibilities:
Organize and streamline processes/procedures
Derive the root cause through on-site verification, investigation, and ignition analysis of safety issues
Guide and train operators on the use of analysis equipment
Guide and train operators to perform analysis processing of products
Conduct a reproducibility experiment to verify the probable cause of a field issue
Cell/Module/Pack tear-down analysis and reporting
Analyze structural and design safety risks of automobile & battery (Pack to Cell) system
Analyze Risk and cause through buyback and issue adjacent cell analysis
Analyze the cause of battery failure through precision analysis equipment
Liaise between technicians and customer service
Create instruction and diagnostic manuals
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience in a Quality Engineering role or Reproducible experiment work in an automotive manufacturing environment including internship or co-op’s experience
Experience:
3-6 years of experience, including internship or co-op experience, in a Quality Engineering role or Reproducible experiment work in an automotive manufacturing environment
Fire related failure parts analysis experience including EV/PHEV vehicle diagnosis (GST)
Electric & Electronics related knowledge in vehicle
Skills:
Prefer to Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator (CVFI) , Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI)
Comfortable working independently and with others
Results-oriented and perseverant
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Project and process management skills
Strong attention to detail
Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve
MS Office Suite
Ability to work flexible hours occasionally to support related team
Ability to wear a respirator while working
Mandatory requirements:
- Able to work while wearing respirator
Benefits Overview
100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match
LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO