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Overtime as required.\nHow you will do it:\nMaintains new equipment and processes for battery manufacturing in accordance with current engineering standards and quality requirements. \nMaintains new equipment and processes for movement, storage, and internal distribution of batteries. \nAnalyze processes through Process flow diagrams and PFMEA development \nWorks within matrix organization to deliver requirements of Program Management system \nCollaborates with manufacturing facilities to implement new processes and equipment. \nExecutes design validation builds, prototype builds, and production validation builds and testing. \nExpand on existing technologies to address immediate production needs. \nSpecific technological work includes expanding and modifying Oxide production, plate manufacturing, battery assembly equipment, Battery formation systems, automatic or semi-automatic label application, robotic applications, material handling systems, and battery decoration equipment \nWorks within company ERP to verify or modify specific data such as decoration bill of materials, pallet patterns and quantities. \nWhat we look for\nRequired\nMinimum 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. \nManufacturing electrical experience.\nMinimum 3 years of PLC experience. \nProficiency with Auto CAD, Allen Bradley Software, Excel, Word, Power Point and other related programs. \nProficiency in PFMEA and equipment SOW/ functional specs. \nPreferred\n3 years or more of experience in automotive Tier-1 is desired. \nExperience in Battery oxide manufacturing, battery plate manufacturing equipment, labeling, palletizing, material handling, and MES systems is highly desired. \nGeneva - Dry Assembly Plant\nGeneva, Illinois is home to a Dry Assembly Plant that manufactures batteries used in the automotive and marine industries. As a fully integrated plant, we also decorate our batteries into the final product for our customers. We have been in Geneva since 1960, and today we are one of the largest employers in town with 265 people. We operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The Salvation Army.\nWhat you get:\nMedical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire\n\nTuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts\n\nParental and caregiver leave programs\n\nAll the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program\n\nGlobal market strength and worldwide market share leadership\n\nHQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility\n\nClarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.\n\nWho we are:\nClarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials-setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios-where your power meets endless possibilities.\nVeterans/Military Spouses:\nWe value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion-where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.\nEqual Employment Opportunity:\nWe recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.\nA Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.\nTo All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. 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