Manager

• *1\. Role Purpose**
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Own the end\-to\-end engineering and launch of the Electrode Mixing and Wet Mixing (slurry preparation) area for a multi\-GWh Li\-ion cell manufacturing plant (LFP and NMC; prismatic/cylindrical). The role is the single point of contact (SPOC) for mixing equipment from RFP and design review through FAT, installation, commissioning, SAT, process validation and ramp\-up, and builds the documentation and process discipline needed for stable, high\-volume production.**2\. Key Responsibilities**

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• *Equipment Engineering \& Procurement Support*** Prepare technical specifications and RFPs for electrode mixing, slurry transfer, NMP/solvent handling and related systems; support techno\-commercial evaluation of OEMs.
• Lead design reviews (2D/3D, safety, layout, interlocks) with OEMs and technology partners, including Chinese equipment suppliers.
• Plan and execute FAT at supplier premises (including overseas) and SAT at site; define acceptance criteria and close punch lists.

• *Installation, Commissioning \& Launch*** Manage installation activities: utility readiness, equipment alignment, interlock verification, dry/wet runs and process validation.
• Drive launch\-readiness for the electrode mixing area and support ramp\-up to target capacity and process stability.
• Coordinate cross\-functionally with Civil, Electrical, Utilities, Automation, EHS, Quality and Production teams.

• *Process \& Systems*** Support MES integration for electrode process data, recipe control and production traceability.
• Develop SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, TABRA and equipment standards.
• Carry out layout planning and material\-flow optimisation for electrode manufacturing areas.
• Lead RCA / Why\-Why analysis for equipment and process issues; drive engineering change implementation.

• *Project Governance*** Manage CAPEX/OPEX budgets, schedules (MS Project) and vendor/OEM performance.
• Report project status, risks and deviations to senior management.

• *3\. Qualifications \& Experience**
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• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Diploma \+ B.E. pathway acceptable).
• 8\+ years of experience in manufacturing/equipment engineering, of which 3\+ years in Li\-ion cell manufacturing, specifically electrode mixing / slurry preparation.
• Hands\-on experience in at least one greenfield project: FAT, installation, commissioning and SAT of mixing equipment.
• Experience working with Chinese OEMs and technology partners; willingness to travel to China for FAT/training.
• Background in maintenance, machine installation and leveling is an advantage.

• *4\. Technical Skills**
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• Electrode mixing and wet mixing systems; slurry handling.
• FAT / SAT / I\&C procedures; MES integration basics.
• PFMEA, Control Plan, SOP, APQP, IATF 16949, OEE / TPM.
• AutoCAD, MS Project; CAPEX/OPEX management; layout and facility design.