Technician, R&D

Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we’re a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible. 

The Pilot Plant Technician provides critical support to Research & Development by executing pilot-scale trials, supporting process development, and enabling scale-up of new and improved alkaline battery technologies.

This role is focused on the separator, fill, and close areas of the Alkaline Pilot Line. The technician will play a critical role in maintaining pilot line throughput and process continuity, ensuring successful execution of alkaline research and development projects.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, self-motivated individual who works independently, demonstrates a strong aptitude for mechanical systems, understands complex equipment and processes, and collaborates effectively with scientists and cross-functional teams.

• Execute pilot-scale trials to evaluate new materials, designs, and process improvements
• Operate and maintain equipment used in separator handling, electrolyte filling, and cell assembly
• Support development and optimization of separator materials and related processes
• Manage and process raw materials into finished products to support new technology development
• Collect, measure, and analyze data; provide real-time feedback to R&D teams
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and work cross-functionally to resolve them
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, including chemical handling and LOTO procedures
• Identify and report unsafe conditions and support continuous safety improvements
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within the pilot line
• Participate in continuous improvement and team-based problem-solving initiatives

• 2–5 years of technical, laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing experience
• Associate-level coursework (or equivalent experience) in science, engineering, or related field
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate process equipment
• Ability to interpret schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to lift to 30 lbs regularly
• Ability to wear respiratory protection
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Energizer is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.

Energizer strives to create a supportive work environment centered around colleagues’ professional and personal well-being. Our total rewards package provides comprehensive benefits to attract, retain, and protect our colleagues – including health and welfare insurance, parental leave, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.