Engineer II, Quality (Defect Analysis, Precision Analysis)

Job Description

Job Title: Engineer II, Quality (Defect Analysis, Precision Analysis)

Reports to: Manager, Defect Analysis

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!

Summary:

DA Engineer II conducts 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. Also, carry out 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 finally providing safe batteries to customers.

Responsibilities:

Utilize advanced analysis tools and software such as SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), EDS (Energy- Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy), XRD (X-ray Diffraction), Ion-Miller (Cross sectional MC), Cell/ Module CT(X-ray), GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), Microscopy etc., to perform precise analysis of the physical and chemical properties of battery cells.

Cell/Module/Pack tear down analysis and reporting

Derive the root cause through on-site verification, investigation and ignition analysis of safety issues

Analyze structural and design safety risk 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

Guide and train operators on the use of analysis equipment

Guide and train operators to perform analysis processing of products

Perform basic maintenance on analysis equipment for utilization

Conduct reproducibility experiment to verify the probable cause of field issue

Activity and library creation of clear occurrence phenomena for major singularities identified in field quality analysis and reproduction test results

Data Analysis and creative problem solving

Close communication with multi-functional teams, including Customer Service/Warranty Team

Attend meetings for abroad Suppliers, Customers and HQ requests, when issues are related to analysis output

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 or higher in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in utilizing advanced analysis tools and techniques such as SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy), XPS (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy), and GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) for battery cell analysis.

Experience:

Fire related failure parts analysis experience

3-6+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering role or reproducible experiment work in an automotive manufacturing environment including internship or co-op's experience

Proven ability to plan, execute, and analyze experiments to evaluate battery cell performance and characteristics.

Experience in interpreting complex data sets and drawing meaningful conclusions.

Track record of identifying technical issues and proposing effective solutions during product development and testing phases.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare clear technical reports and effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.

Demonstrate capability to contribute to the development of new technologies and methodologies for improving battery cell analysis processes.

Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, providing leadership and technical expertise when necessary.

Skills:

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

Capability to use 3D CT analysis program (non-destructive testing)

Knowledge of IATF16949 standards

Knowledge of Minitab, Six Sigma, 8D problem solving methodology

MS Office Suite and Minitab

Mandatory requirements:

Able to work while wearing respirator

Full-time