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NextStar Energy (NSE) is an innovative joint venture company between LG and Stellantis. It is Canada''s first large-scale lithium-ion battery production plant. The manufacturing facility has an annual targeted production capacity more than 49 gigawatt hours and creates an estimated 2,500 new jobs in Windsor and the surrounding areas. This state-of-the-art facility is the first of its kind in Canada and is being built with the goal of becoming the foremost battery hub in North America. Join NextStar Energy to grow your career and shape the future of Canada''s EV battery industry today. Our stellar, innovative NextStar Team offers a competitive wages and benefits package as well as an environmentally friendly workplace. You''ll walk into a space each day where you''re valued beyond your talent, and given the tools, rewards, and opportunities to enhance your well-being and overall quality of life. The Electrode Quality Engineer is responsible for supporting the operation and development of the Quality Management System (QMS) within the Electrode Quality Assurance organization. This role supports quality laboratory activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure stable and reliable electrode manufacturing processes. The role involves close collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams to support quality performance across the organization. Qualified Candidates For This Position Will Have The ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment, with flexibility to meet schedule demands. Strong data analysis skills, critical thinking, and solid problem-solving ability. Effective multitasking and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Fundamental quality control education or skills, or the ability to learn and apply quality principles. Responsibilities Engineering Support in the Electrode Quality Assurance Laboratories Support cleanliness and contamination control in the Electrode QA laboratory in accordance with 5S3R standards. Support the writing, maintenance, and updating of Quality Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Support control plan audits and process audits as required. Ensure accurate and standardized collection of inspection and test data. Support capability studies and Measurement System Analysis (GR&R) activities. Assist with laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration tracking, and asset management. Support training of operators and engineers on quality standards, inspection methods, and procedural updates. Participate in Line Patrol Audits, Process Patrol Audits, Layered Process Audits, and Vision System Audits. Data Analysis, Problem Solving, and Continuous Improvement Collect, structure, transform, and analyze large volumes of inspection, process, and quality data. Identify trends, anomalies, and sources of variation through exploratory and statistical analysis. Support proactive identification of quality risks and potential failure modes through data-driven analysis. Support root-cause analysis activities by identifying contributing factors prior to nonconformance events. Track and analyze Statistical Process Control (SPC) data to support process stability and early detection of drift. Develop data-driven insights to support continuous improvement and preventative quality initiatives. Create, populate, and maintain databases or datasets used for validation activities, test results, and quality metrics. Support reporting and interpretation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to product, process, and system quality. Review, collect, and analyze data on quality procedures to continuously improve plant targets. Support application of quality methodologies such as Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis. Create, populate, or maintain databases for tracking validation activities, test results, or validated systems; utilize required software. Leading 8D problem solving (root cause analysis) for internal & customer issue, with the ability to recommend resolution of identified deviations from established product or process standards. Demonstrate strong professional work ethic, ownership, and accountability in execution of assigned responsibilities. Communication, Collaboration, and Quality System Support Support part verification and approval activities related to engineering changes. Provide quality-related data and analytical findings to internal stakeholders. Support preparation of documentation related to regulatory, customer, and quality system requirements. Participate in cross-functional quality projects throughout the project lifecycle. Support IATF 16949 and other Quality Management System activities. Participate in internal and external training to continuously develop technical, analytical, and quality-related skills. Required Qualifications Bachelor''s degree in Engineering or a scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or other quantitative natural sciences. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a scientific approach to data and experimentation. Basic experience with coding or computational tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, or similar). Ability to work with data, including basic data manipulation, transformation, and analysis. Strong curiosity, learning mindset, and ability to work independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Preferred Qualifications Undergraduate laboratory, research, or data-intensive project experience. Exposure to data analysis, statistical methods, or computational modeling. Familiarity with quality concepts, manufacturing processes, or quality systems (QMS, SPC, MSA) is an asset. Experience using analytical or statistical software tools (e.g., Minitab) is an asset. Interest in continuous improvement, preventative quality, and problem analysis. Additional Information This role offers opportunities for mentorship, skill development, and long-term growth within the Electrode Quality Assurance organization. The successful candidate is expected to learn quickly, work independently, and contribute to strengthening quality capabilities across the organization. Thank you for your interest in NextStar Energy, and our team. We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you better NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.