Advanced Manufacturing Process & Innovation Senior Engineer

What you will do:

Reports to: Process & Equipment Lead

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering group is central to Clarios Future Factory and Next Generation Line (NGL) strategy. Reporting to the Process & Equipment Lead this group focuses on automation digitalization and cross-functional collaboration. It plays a critical role in designing and executing scalable intelligent manufacturing solutions that align with Clarios strategic vision. This position is key to bridging innovation and executiontranslating strategic concepts into validated scalable manufacturing solutions.

How you will do it

• Lead technical execution of strategic capacity expansion and innovation projects from concept through validation including equipment design simulation and integration.

• Create document and manage lifecycle of Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs) for new manufacturing equipment.

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvements in automation quality and efficiency.

• Design future-state process flows and equipment layouts aligned with Clarios Future Factory vision.

• Collaborate with IT to integrate smart factory technologies data pipelines and digital twins.

• Support pilot builds R&D trials and commissioning of new equipment while applying vision systems AI and data science tools for optimization.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Industrial or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.

• 48 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering preferably in high-volume or automotive environments.

• Demonstrated ownership of technical deliverables such as SSOWs equipment specifications or process design.

• Experience with automation robotics and digital manufacturing technologies.

• Familiarity with no-code/low-code platforms for automation and control.

• Working knowledge of vision systems and data science applications in manufacturing.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks Siemens NX) and simulation software.

• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.

Preferred

• Experience in lead-acid battery manufacturing or similar process-intensive industries.

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What you get:

• Medical dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement perks and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off flexible spending short-and long-term disability basic life insurance business travel insurance Employee Assistance Program and domestic partner benefits

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership adaptability and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit ingenuity and passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We 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.

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