Cell Line Process Engineer

About the Role

Duracell, a leading company in personal power solutions, is expanding its central R&D operations to Atlanta, GA, with the establishment of Science Square Labs. We are seeking a talented and motivated Process Engineer to join our Global Manufacturing Support team at this new hub. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-impact global team at the ground floor of our transformation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with engineers at Duracell manufacturing sites globally to identify process gaps, troubleshoot production issues, and implement sustainable improvements to product performance and quality.
• Support and lead process development and scale-up initiatives, translating lab- and pilot-scale findings into robust manufacturing processes.
• Design and execute structured experiments (Design of Experiments) in both pilot and production environments to deepen process understanding and drive performance improvements.
• Collaborate with senior R&D and operations leadership to align project scope, priorities, and deliverables with business goals.
• Define project timelines, milestones, and resource requirements; manage execution within scope and budget.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly and with impact—in both written reports and oral presentations—to audiences at all levels.
• Mine and analyze existing production datasets to identify improvement opportunities and inform decision-making.
• Build strong relationships with plant teams across multiple geographies, supporting knowledge transfer and capability development.
• Travel to Duracell manufacturing facilities globally as needed to provide on-site technical support (estimated 20–30%).

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a closely related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in process engineering, process development, or manufacturing engineering.
  • Solid understanding of chemical processes and unit operations relevant to powder processing, mixing, compaction, or high-speed assembly.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to break down complex issues into clear problem statements and testable hypotheses.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and execute technical projects from concept through implementation.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities.
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally (estimated 20–30%).
• Preferred:
  • Experience in battery manufacturing, electrochemical systems, or energy storage technologies.
  • Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies and statistical analysis tools.
  • Prior experience working in or supporting global/multi-site manufacturing operations.
  • Experience with data mining, process analytics, or manufacturing execution systems.

About Us

Duracell is the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high-quality, market-leading specialty, rechargeable, and professional batteries. Our products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe, such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves, and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy, and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has been part of Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation, and creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making, and a “can-do” attitude are highly valued.