Date:  Aug 8, 2025
Location: 

Sagunto, ES

Company:  PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U.
Level of Experience:  Professionals
Job Function:  Operations
Job ID:  4112

New Product Introduction (NPI) Senior Expert

 
Who we are

We are proud to announce the launch of our  cell manufacturing facility in Valencia. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company 

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive.  You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us

  
 
Your role and key responsibilities

Serve as a strategic point of contact between multiple departments (including operations, quality, and engineering) to drive alignment and ensure seamless communication across teams, ensuring the timely execution of company-wide initiatives.
• Own the development and execution of project timelines, managing complex schedules to guarantee that critical milestones are met while maintaining flexibility for adjustments as needed.
• Lead cross-functional task forces by coordinating efforts across departments, facilitating collaboration to deliver high-impact projects on time and within scope.Ensure that intermediate products meet the necessary specifications by aligning the work and expectations across various departments involved in the production process.
• Identify and assess key risks in the development process, proactively recommending and implementing strategies to mitigate those risks and ensure continuous progress toward project goals.Drive timely decision-making by engaging with key stakeholders and ensuring that decisions are made within the necessary timeframes.
• Conduct in-depth analyses using Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FACA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify product or process failures and develop proactive corrective actions.
• Lead the lessons learn from production toward improvement of design and execution of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to anticipate potential system weaknesses and guide the creation of robust mitigation strategies.
• Provide strategic oversight on process optimization, conducting thorough analyses of process gaps, proposing improvements, and validating technical solutions to meet both efficiency and quality standards.
• Oversee and mentor the execution of Design of Experiments (DoEs) and material sampling activities to ensure reliable data collection and statistical rigor in the evaluation of new processes.
• Spearhead the release process for materials and components, ensuring that all materials meet stringent quality and technical requirements prior to their use in production.
• Guide troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts related to material changes or specification adjustments, ensuring that issues are resolved promptly to minimize disruption and ensure continuity of operations.
• Provide expert guidance to manufacturing teams, helping them optimize yield rates and maintain performance excellence by offering targeted technical support and process improvements.
• Make decisions regarding production deviations at multiple steps in the manufacturing process, ensuring that any deviations from the defined parameters are handled effectively within the scope of the project.
• Lead technical evaluations of production deviations, analyzing the impact of any anomalies and recommending data-driven solutions to resolve issues while ensuring compliance with production goals.
• Technical supervise the escalation and evaluation of production deviations that occur at various stages of manufacturing, ensuring that all deviations are addressed with appropriate technical solutions.
• Champion the development of a technical decision-making framework, proposing and refining a standardized decision matrix to streamline problem-solving across teams, ensuring consistency and efficiency.

  
 
What you bring to the team
  • ≥ 5 yrs development experience in automotive battery cell manufacturer.
  •  Experience on projects went through SOP/mass production phase.
  
 
What makes you stand out
  • Master’s degree in chemistry, material, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.
  • Please submit your CV in English
  • Possession of a disability certificate of 33% or more is valued, and we encourage individuals of all abilities to apply. Our company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity, functional diversity, and all facets of individual differences. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a workforce where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
 
What to look forward to
  • PowerCo Spain a offers a distinctive chance to join a thriving organization renowned for its robust commitment to sustainability and innovation. Immerse yourself in a flexible, collegial, and aspirational workplace. Moreover, propel your career forward alongside a diverse ensemble of gifted colleagues.
  • Secure employment with a compelling compensation package.
  • Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to environmental responsibility and a sustainable future.
  • 25 vacation days plus an additional PowerDays this year (2025).
  • Thrive in a richly multicultural and varied setting.
  • Embrace a work structure that prioritizes flexibility in scheduling.
  • Seize the chance to become a foundational member of a team poised to expand to over 2,000 individuals.
   
Company:  PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U.
Location: 

Sagunto, ES

Job Function:  Operations
Level of Experience:  Professionals
Job ID:  4112

Are you a battery believer?

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquartered in Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. 
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo is open to hire people of all abilities including those with certificate of disabilities. Our company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity, functional diversity, and all facets of individual differences. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a workforce where everyone feels welcomed and valued.