Full-Time

Senior Process Engineer

Posted on 3/22/2024

Natron Energy

Natron Energy

51-200 employees

Sodium-based battery solutions for energy storage

Compensation Overview

$120k - $141k/yr

Senior, Expert

Holland, MI, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design
Requirements
  • Degree in Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in an industrial environment in manufacturing chemicals, batteries, cell, energy systems, Semiconductor, FPD, PCB, Solar, or other electrochemical hardware systems
  • Fluency in Six Sigma problem-solving method and tools including DOE, fishbone, FMEA, Control Charts, and statistical analysis
  • Demonstrated experience solving process yield, throughput, and product quality problems
  • Automation and Assembly experience preferred
Responsibilities
  • Initiate and lead projects for process improvement in the fabrication/assembly of battery electrodes and cells
  • Support new product introduction and sustaining product process optimizations
  • Work effectively with cross-functional teams to implement new equipment, fixtures, and procedures to improve quality, yield, uptime, cycle time, and throughput
  • Perform DOE, process capability, PFMEA, cycle time studies, and line balancing activities
  • Develop, update, and maintain process documentation and SPC based manufacturing control plan for good manufacturing execution and product transfer to other sites
  • Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space/tools requirements, workflow, design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency in accordance with Lean manufacturing principles
  • Work with production and other services team members to determine root causes of product defects, poor product performance, and line downtime
  • Lead project/subprojects

Natron Energy focuses on providing large-scale energy storage solutions using sodium-based battery technology. Their batteries are designed to efficiently store and release energy, making them suitable for various markets such as data centers, industrial mobility, telecom, and electric vehicle fast charging. In data centers, Natron aims to support carbon-neutral operations, while in industrial mobility, their batteries help optimize asset use and reduce costs. For telecom, they offer long-lasting, fire-safe batteries for critical infrastructure, and their EV fast charging solutions allow for quicker vehicle recharges compared to other technologies. Natron's products can be integrated with existing systems, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the need for frequent battery replacements, which minimizes downtime for clients. The company's goal is to provide effective energy storage solutions that contribute to a more sustainable energy ecosystem.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$242.1M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Draslovka enhances battery performance and cost efficiencies.
  • $1.4 billion investment in North Carolina boosts production capacity by 40 times.
  • Wendell Brooks' appointment as CEO could drive strategic growth and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from CATL could impact Natron's market share.
  • Scaling Prussian blue materials with Draslovka may face production challenges.
  • $1.4 billion plant investment poses financial risks if demand doesn't meet expectations.

What makes Natron Energy unique

  • Natron Energy uses unique Prussian Blue chemistry for sodium-ion batteries.
  • Their batteries offer superior safety and sustainability over traditional alternatives.
  • Natron's solutions integrate seamlessly with existing tech stacks across various industries.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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