Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

What you will do : As a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in automation, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of automated systems across our production lines. Your work will directly impact equipment safety, product quality, throughput, and reliability, driving continuous improvement throughout our Holland, Michigan, facility.

How will you do it

• Design, install, and integrate automation solutions for plant machinery and equipment
• Lead equipment modifications and enhancements to improve performance and compatibility
• Develop business case documentation to support automation initiatives
• Coordinate maintenance and repair services, ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines
• Implement process improvements focused on safety, ergonomics, quality, and productivity
• Apply structured problem-solving tools such as A3, KT, and DMAIC (Six Sigma)
• Collaborate with plant operations to monitor project progress and identify future opportunities
• Analyze trends and present reports to support data-driven decision-making

What we look for

Required

Preferred

What we do here :

Meadowbrook - Lithium Ion

Our Meadowbrook, Michigan, plant produces lithium-ion batteries and runs a research lab. We began operations in 2010 and now employ more than 75 people and operate five days per week. We’re mindful of the profound impact we have on our planet and are proud to operate in a LEED Gold Certified facility. Our employees are actively involved in the community and volunteer for a variety of local organizations.

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What you get :

Who we are :

Clarios 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.

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. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other 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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