Engineer, Process Controls at NOVONIX

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Control, Project Management, Safety, Maintenance, Production Support, Process Improvement, Mentorship, Controls Programming, Communication Infrastructure, Troubleshooting, Engineering, Problem Solving, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Team Collaboration, Autonomy

Industry

Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

WHO WE ARE: NOVONIX is a leading battery technology company revolutionizing the global lithium-ion battery industry with innovative, sustainable technologies, high-performance materials, and more efficient production methods. The company manufactures industry-leading battery cell testing equipment, is growing its high-performance synthetic graphite anode material manufacturing operations, and has developed an all-dry, zero-waste cathode synthesis process. Through advanced R&D capabilities, proprietary technology, and strategic partnerships, NOVONIX has gained a prominent position in the electric vehicle and energy storage systems battery industry and is powering a cleaner energy future. To learn more, visit us at www.novonixgroup.com, LinkedIn and X. WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive salary, benefits, and paid time off Smart, collaborative team members A chance to reduce the carbon footprint and work toward a cleaner energy future THE OPPORTUNITY This person will report directly to the Process Engineering Manager and the Process Control Engineer (PCE) will be responsible for the controls portion of multiple workstreams at the company, including safety, project management, mentorship, production support, and process improvement. The PCE will work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and outside contracting groups daily to accomplish these work streams. The PCE will become the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the control’s infrastructure of the NOVONIX plants and will become the “go to” associate with regards to controls for all other associates. This position requires a significant amount of previous experience, and a candidate who is well rounded and versed in process control, programming, control systems, communications infrastructure, and process control modification. Below are the expected workstreams, and approximate time/effort for each stream. In the role of PCE, you will be joining a world-class Process Engineering team that delivers innovative solutions to tough problems. This position is fully onsite and working from our Riverside office location. Please note that as our company evolves, working arrangements, locations, and hours may change to meet business needs. WHAT YOU’LL DO Safety (10%) • The PCE will work with the safety department to provide input to Lockout Tagout policies and procedures to ensure all possible control scenarios and their impact on safety are considered. The PCE will need to evaluate changes to process control systems from a safety perspective to ensure no unmitigated risk arises from process change/optimization. Maintenance (10%) • The PCE will have input and oversight of the troubleshooting, maintenance, and long-term integrity of the control’s infrastructure at NOVONIX. The PCE will recommend quarterly spare parts inventory updates to management. The PCE will manage unplanned controls system repairs to equipment and infrastructure. The PCE will work with the IT department to develop a robust and stable communications and networking interface between the IT network, the production equipment, and the plant facilities infrastructure. Project Management (20%) • The PCE will manage small controls engineering projects directly, working with internal and external resources to complete the work. The PCE will support major project and construction work at the plants by providing engineering input, controls programming and/or programming oversight, as well as system design for controls platforms, program logic, production equipment systems, and facility infrastructure. Production Support (25%) • The PCE will be the primary point of contact for the operations group for control’s issues/emergencies. The PCE will need to have a high degree of remote availability during non-office hours to support troubleshooting of controls issues. The PCE will assist with generation, maintenance, and presentation to management a rolling, 5-year controls infrastructure integrity plan, looking ahead at needs for both future growth as well as obsolescence and replacement of existing infrastructure. Process Improvement (30%) • The PCE will support process improvement efforts by reviewing requested process changes and determining if the equipment and infrastructure can support the requested improvement. The PCE will either execute the needed changes directly, through equipment and programming alterations, or will compile, submit, and manage a small project to utilize outside resources (contract programmers, etc.) to execute the change. Mentorship (5%) • As the company grows, the PCE will mentor and support summer interns/co-ops, as well as new engineers and other associates outside the department, as needed. • Other duties as assigned. WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU BRING • Specific project management experience in design/procure/build • Ability to both write new control schemes, as well as modify existing ones • Self-driven, operates with a high degree of autonomy • Sound, engineering driven decision-making skills • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple competing demands • High degree of availability on non-working hours and days as needed • A highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative • Well organized and invested in the details • Able to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization • Resourceful when it comes to solving problems • Intellectually curious • Passionate about creating a great culture • Passionate about continuous improvement • A problem solver • Not satisfied with the status quo • Innovative • Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously • An effective coach and mentor • Willing to go the extra mile to get the job done and satisfy customers/stakeholders To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following: • A bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: EE, ME, IE, MET or EET; o Equivalent experience (7+ directly related/relevant) may be acceptable o A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering may also be acceptable with 5+ years of relevant past work experience • 5+ years in a 24/7manufacturing environment And it would be extra awesome, if you also have: • Experience making controls strategy decisions/changes with specific regard to safety impact of those decisions • Experience with multiple different PLC/DCS control platforms, as well as coding languages (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Unitronics PLCs and Associated Equipment.) • Experience with SCADA/Manufacturing Execution Systems (Ignition and or TrakSys) • Experience with Python, C#, MSSQL, Programming and Scripting • Reading, modifying, and creating P&ID diagrams • Experience in milling/bulk processing, and/or thermal treating, furnaces, or kiln process background • Experience migrating across generations of controls systems/manufacturers • Knowledgeable about IT and communications protocols (networking experience with the Perdue Model of OT/IT Separation and Network Setup and Administration • Prior work as satellite support for maintenance and operations departments One dream. One team. One NOVONIX. LEARN MORE: Check us out at NOVONIX DIVERSITY STATEMENT: At NOVONIX, we cherish the value that diversity brings and believe that it makes our teams stronger and better able to serve our industry. We’re committing ourselves to inclusivity by building a company that embraces different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you see a job posting you believe you would excel at, but don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we’d still love to hear from you. Just make sure to include a cover letter and explain why you’d be a great fit for the job. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to make sure everyone gets a fair chance. NOVONIX prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Process Control Engineer will manage the controls portion of multiple workstreams, including safety, project management, and production support. They will also become the Subject Matter Expert for the control’s infrastructure at NOVONIX.