Plant Process Engineering Engineer - Notching F - M H/F - AUTOMOTIVE CELLS COMPANY - ACC

Automotive Cells Company (ACC) is a joint venture created in the summer of 2020, supported by Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz, and Saft (a subsidiary of TotalEnergies). Our ambition is to produce electric batteries at the highest technological level while developing cleaner and more accessible mobility for all.

We are proud to manufacture, in our Billy-Berclau Gigafactory, the batteries that already power several electric vehicles available on the market (PEUGEOT E-3008 and E-5008, Opel Grandland, DS N°8, Citroën C5 AirCross, and Jeep Compass).

Since 2023, Block 1 of our Billy-Berclau / Douvrin Gigafactory has entered production. This first block marks a decisive milestone in the site's history: after the launch of the first production lines, we are now engaged in a ramp-up phase-an essential step toward reaching full industrial capacity.

This period is marked by major technical and human challenges: ensuring process reliability, optimizing performance, strengthening skills, and embedding a culture of operational excellence.
To support this industrial acceleration, we are recruiting dynamic and passionate teams across Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, HSES, and Logistics.

Joining Block 1 means taking part in the very heart of ACC's industrial development and contributing every day to the success of our Gigafactory.Join ACC and be part of shaping the future of electric mobility. Our batteries already power the PEUGEOT E-3008 and E-5008, Opel Grandland, DS N°8, Citroën C5 Aircross and Jeep Compass - and soon, Mercedes!

Job description

- To manage building interfaces before and during equipment installation
- To follow Equipment Suppliers during the installation & ramp up of equipment
- To have a knowledge of most impacting parameters on the process (or put in place Design of Experiment to define them)
- To put in place and follow Indicators (technical losses, Overall Equipment Efficiency,...) on Chemical equipment, and ensure it is at Target
- To propose improvements to reach specifications or to be more stable (better yield)
- In case of deviation, to participate on Problem Solving
- To identify any risk in terms of cost, quality, ... in case of new product to be manufactured and anticipate these risks on the equipment itself and adapt process accordingly.
- To agree with Engineering team from central, process parameters to be applied on equipment, in case of new products to be deployed on Mass Production
- To follow equipment updated designs in case of new products request such kinds of modification and to put in place these modifications
- To approve work instructions

From a technical point of view :

- To have experiences in lamination / calendering/notching processes and slitting processes and on parameters which impact the quality
- To have experiences in thin layers and or extrusion
- To have knowledge on Spare parts

To describe the DNA of Block 1 of the ACC Gigafactory :

- A high-threshold SEVESO-classified industrial site where safety governs every action.
- A ramp-up in production where we are adapting our practices to improve stability and performance.
- A strong culture of quality supported by regular checks and committed teams.
- A close-knit group united around ambitious goals, with management on the ground to support success.

Your profile is a match if :

- Technical knowledge related to physical / mechanical processes, already working in mass production , as an Industrial position (knowledge on how equipment design, on Overall Equipment Efficiency)
- > 7 years of experience process engineering into winding/unwiding processes at 100m/min (Lithium Battery most preferred). If not, experience in paper industry at an industrial scale
- Bachelor of Sciences in physics or mechanical processes
- A fluent level in English and French is mandatory
- Well organized, strong initiative spirit, adaptability to change and good anticipation skills, agil
- Previous experience in lauching a factory

Compensation & Benefits :

- Fixed salary range : 45k-50k gross annual salary
- Variable pay : 6%

Why join us?

Performance-based bonuses
Meal allowance
Profit sharing
Attractive employee benefits: gift cards, holiday vouchers, tickets, organised outings, etc.
Mileage allowance
Referral bonus
Two meal delivery options + connected fridges
Multicultural and inclusive environment

Our Recruitment Process :

- Phone Pre-Qualification : an initial conversation to understand your background, motivations, and answer your questions.
- Technical Interviews (2 steps) : discussions with managers to assess your skills and put them into perspective with the role and team challenges.
- HR Interview : an in-depth conversation, supported by a behavioral assessment, reviewing key points from the technical interviews, discussing your future within ACC, and covering employment conditions.