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# Sr. Engineer, Equipment at LG Energy Solution Arizona

- **Company:** LG Energy Solution Arizona
- **Location:** Queen Creek, AZ
- **Posted:** 2026-09-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-25
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lgenergyaz/jobs/5427992008

## Job description

We awaken the world with energy.

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.  Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

We awaken the world with energy.

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.  Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

The Senior Equipment Engineer will improve the reliability, efficiency and productivity of battery manufacturing equipment. This role analyzes equipment performance, identifies root causes of breakdowns, leads equipment improvements and works across teams to implement safe and sustainable equipment solutions.

Responsibilities:

- Lead activities and initiatives to monitor and analyze Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), downtime, micro-stops, breakdown maintenance, yield, and line balance; develop and implement improvement plans.
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Design and review production work orders involving programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and support equipment-control modifications
- Lead the Installation and qualification of new equipment
- Installation of production equipment such as winder, assembly, formation, etc.
- FAT, SAT, Production qualification
- Research, evaluate, and implement new equipment and manufacturing technologies
- Plan and coordinate daily maintenance, equipment modifications, and continuous-improvement activities with Production, Process, Quality, Maintenance, Controls, and other teams.
- Provide technical guidance to other engineers, delegate work orders as appropriate, and train team members who share equipment responsibilities
- Complete required documentation and audits; maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with 5S/3R standards
- Follow all safety, PPE, cleanroom, and environmental requirements and help maintain a safe workplace
- Understanding of LOTO, OSHA standards, NFPA principals
- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a related field
- At least seven years of equipment engineering experience in a production or plant environment
- Experience with production equipment, manufacturing processes, equipment troubleshooting, and performance analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Wear required personal protective equipment including but not limited to glasses, helmet, shoes, vests and gloves
- Work scheduled shifts of up to 12 hours
- Regularly lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 35 pounds

Skills:

- Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to analyze and process equipment data and communicate findings to technical and operational teams
- Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
- Networking experience
- Design of experiments (DOE)
- 2D/3D computer-aided design (CAD) software and coding
- Six Sigma certification or practical Six Sigma Application

Why should you work here?

1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.
2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.
3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.
4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

## EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Recruitment Fraud Alert Notice

We have recently become aware of fraudulent recruiting activities in which individuals falsely claiming to represent LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. contact job seekers, advertise fictitious employment opportunities, request personal information, or seek payment in connection with an application or job offer.

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. will never request payment, fees, gift cards, banking transfers, or purchases from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. We also do not request sensitive personal information, such as a Social Security number or date of birth, during the initial application or interview process. Certain information may be required only after a legitimate offer has been accepted and as part of the formal onboarding, payroll, background-screening, or employment-verification process.

Authorized LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. representatives conducting recruiting business by email will use an official “@lgensol.com” email address. Candidates should be cautious of communications originating from personal email accounts or requests to communicate exclusively through platforms such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook/Live.com, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Discord, or iMessage.

If you receive a suspicious communication or believe someone is fraudulently representing LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc., do not respond or provide personal information, send money, or click any links or attachments.

We take recruitment fraud seriously and encourage all candidates to remain vigilant. Our goal is to help protect job seekers from fraudulent activity and identity theft.

## About LG Energy Solution Arizona

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Advanced battery manufacturing / Chemical manufacturing
- Target customers: Automakers (EV OEMs) and energy storage system (ESS) providers – B2B, enterprise
- Mission or purpose: “We provide diverse energy solutions for a better world” – enabling the green energy transition through innovative battery technology and localized U.S. production [lgensol.com](https://www.lgensol.com/en/company/info-outline)

## Products & Services
- **46-Series Cylindrical Batteries (EV)**: High-capacity cylindrical cells for electric vehicles, first mass production planned at Ochang, Korea, with Arizona facility replicating that capability for North American automakers [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/2592/)
- **LFP Pouch-Type Batteries (ESS)**: Lithium iron phosphate batteries for energy storage systems, one of the first ESS-exclusive production facilities in the world, serving the fast-growing U.S. ESS market [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/2592/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed for Arizona entity; parent LG Energy Solution market cap approximately $35–40B (as of mid-2025)
- **Key Metric**: Total investment of **$5.5 billion** in the Arizona complex; average annual production capacity of **53 GWh** (36 GWh cylindrical, 17 GWh ESS) [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/2592/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company LG Energy Solution; joint ventures with General Motors, Honda, and Hyundai Motors Group; partnerships with Arizona Commerce Authority, Pinal County, and Central Arizona College for workforce training [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/)
- **Growth Signals**: Construction ~50% complete as of April 2025; sample production expected mid-2026, commercial production by end of 2026; workforce growing from 62 employees (+357.9% YoY) to planned 1,500+ by 2027 [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-energy-solution-az) [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **First stand-alone cylindrical battery plant in the U.S.** – early mover in domestic 46-Series production for EV customers.
- **IRA-compliant “Made in America” batteries** – positions LG Energy Solution to benefit from U.S. clean energy policies and automaker demand for local supply chains.
- **Diverse product portfolio** – simultaneously producing cylindrical cells for EVs and LFP pouch cells for ESS, covering two high-growth markets from one complex.
- **Parent company expertise** – leverages LG Energy Solution’s 20+ years of battery manufacturing experience and existing U.S. operations (Holland, Michigan facility) [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/)

## Strategic Focus
- **Completion and ramp-up**: Finalizing construction of both facilities (cylindrical plant late 2025, ESS plant 2026) and transitioning to sample/commercial production.
- **Local workforce development**: Investing in training programs through the Future48 Workforce Accelerator to build a local battery talent ecosystem.
- **Customer diversification**: Supplying multiple automakers (GM, Honda, Hyundai) and ESS customers, with a focus on securing additional “supply agreements” [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/)

## Why Work Here
- **High-growth environment**: From a startup-like team of ~62 employees to a projected 1,500+ in two years – rapid scaling offers significant career advancement and ownership opportunities.
- **Cutting-edge technology**: Work on next-generation 46-Series cylindrical batteries and LFP ESS cells in a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing complex.
- **Training and development**: The company has established a dedicated workforce training center in partnership with local colleges, investing in skill-building for battery professionals [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/)
- **Location**: Queen Creek, Arizona – lower cost of living, sunny climate, and growing tech/manufacturing hub.
- **Culture**: Emphasis on safety, quality, and sustainability – values include “collaboration, innovation, and respect” (as seen in job postings). On-site roles with shift-based production positions available.
- **Policy**: Likely on-site/on-location given manufacturing nature; some corporate/engineering roles may offer hybrid flexibility.

## Sources
1. [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/2592/) – LG Energy Solution’s $5.5 Billion Stand-Alone Battery Manufacturing Complex Project in Arizona Well Underway (April 2024)
2. [news.lgensol.com](https://news.lgensol.com/company-news/press-releases/3784/) – LG Energy Solution Makes Notable Progress in Construction and Hiring in Arizona (April 2025)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-energy-solution-az) – LG Energy Solution Arizona LinkedIn Company Page
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lgenergyaz) – Careers page with job listings and about us
5. [lgensol.com](https://www.lgensol.com/en/company/info-outline) – LG Energy Solution corporate overview

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