Lead Process Engineer - Electrode

Posted on behalf of

UKBIC

We are looking for a Lead Process Engineer - Electrode to guide a team responsible for process development, technology trials, and scale‑up across the full electrode manufacturing workflow. You will guide a small team, introduce new materials and chemistries, and drive robust industrialisation of next‑generation electrode processes.

The Lead Process Engineer - Electrode will:

• Lead and develop a team of electrode process engineers across Mixing, Coating, Calendering, and Slitting.
• Develop, optimise, and validate electrode manufacturing processes for scalability and efficiency.
• Drive NPI activities, including trials, experiments, and feasibility studies for new materials and chemistries.
• Own technical documentation including PFMEAs, control plans, specifications, and process flows.
• Lead structured root cause analysis and resolve complex electrode performance or equipment issues.
• Manage CAPEX activities including equipment specification, installation, and commissioning.

The Lead Process Engineer - Electrode will have:

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proven leadership experience in process development or industrialisation.
• Strong understanding of electrode manufacturing processes and high‑speed production equipment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex process data.
• Strong knowledge of automation, mechanical, and control systems.
• Solid understanding of HSE and quality systems in advanced manufacturing.

If you're an experienced engineering leader who thrives in a development‑focused environment and enjoys driving next‑generation manufacturing capability, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or get in touch to find out more about this opportunity.