MES Engineer at Natron Energy

Holland, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field
  • 2–5 years of experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or related data systems
  • Proven experience with MES system integration, equipment performance monitoring, and production data analysis
  • Familiarity with Ignition and Sepasoft software (preferred) or strong willingness to learn these platforms
  • Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (strongly preferred)
  • Proficiency in database development, data visualization, and statistical analysis
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Preferred Skills
  • Experience with PLC and HMI programming across multiple platforms, including Allen-Bradley (RSLogix5000/Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View), Mitsubishi (GXWorks 3 and GT Designer 3), Siemens (SIMATIC Step 7 and WinCC)
  • Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite or similar

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the ongoing development and optimization of the MES/data collection system
  • Provide support for troubleshooting activities during regular operations and after-hours as necessary
  • Collaborate with the equipment and launch teams to integrate both new and existing machinery with the MES infrastructure
  • Enable full material and process parameter traceability from beginning to end of manufacturing line
  • Calculate and monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) metrics to drive continuous improvement
  • Develop systems to enforce quality testing and poka-yoke gates to ensure high product performance
  • Work alongside the operations team to implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) rule sets for real-time feedback and reporting
  • Validate the accuracy and integrity of equipment-generated data
  • Design and implement meaningful production reports with automated distribution workflows
  • Enhance and expand ad-hoc data collection capabilities within the MES application framework

Skills

MES
OEE
SPC
MES Integration
Equipment Integration
Data Collection
Production Reporting
Statistical Process Control
Poka-Yoke
Data Validation

Natron Energy

Sodium-based battery solutions for various industries

About Natron Energy

Natron Energy provides sodium-based battery technology for large-scale electricity consumers, targeting markets like data centers, industrial mobility, telecom, and electric vehicle (EV) fast charging. Their batteries efficiently store and release energy, offering solutions that are fire-safe and compatible with existing technologies. Natron differentiates itself by focusing on the efficiency and safety of its products, which can be used as standalone items or integrated solutions. The company's goal is to help businesses save costs and reduce downtime through reliable energy storage.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$235.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Competition from lithium-ion manufacturers exploring sodium-ion technology.
Potential delays in North Carolina plant construction due to supply chain issues.
Fluctuating raw material costs could impact Natron's pricing strategy.

Differentiation

Natron Energy uses unique Prussian Blue chemistry for sodium-ion batteries.
Their batteries offer rapid EV charging, faster than other technologies.
Natron's products are fire-safe, enhancing safety in critical infrastructure.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable batteries boosts Natron's market potential.
U.S. government funding supports Natron's new North Carolina plant.
Global data center expansion increases demand for Natron's backup power solutions.

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