Order Ref: 55815

Position Title: Battery Cell Array Engineer

Duration: 12 Month Rolling Contract

Location: Dunton, Essex

Division: Powertrain

Position Description:

• Battery Cell Array Engineer
• The role is for a Battery Cell/Array Engineer with interest and experience in battery cell technology.
• The individual will be responsible for providing technical assessments related to battery cells/arrays used across Mild Hybrid (mHEV), Full Hybrid (FHEV), Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and Battery Electric (BEV) vehicles.

Skills Required:

• Educated to a degree level in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineer with emphasis on energy storage or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with battery experience
• Knowledge & experience of working with Li-ion chemistries in academic or industry setting.
• Strong understanding of Li-Ion chemistries performance, thermodynamics, degradation mechanisms, battery management systems
• Strong problem solving and analytical ability
• Knowledge of current hybrid technologies/ battery / power electronics and components desirable
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technically challenging projects working cross functionally.
• Demonstrable experience of working independently.
• Ability to quickly obtain and grow knowledge in a rapidly developing technology.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, willingness to learn, with excellent team building and leadership skills
• Must have valid UK or EU driving license & willingness to travel as needed
• Has an enthusiasm for electrification and awareness of other vehicle area requirements and the integration and integration challenges that they present in delivering a vehicle level solution that meets all attributes

Skills Preferred:

• PhD in Electrochemistry/Material Science or Chemical engineering
• Understanding and experience of battery cell chemical analysis
• Experience of Li-Ion battery and/or fuel cell modelling
• Experience of using data analysis software (MATLAB, Excel, INCA, ATI)
• Familiarity with powertrain controls, battery controls, test scripting, and CAN
• Knowledge of battery test equipment (cyclers, thermal chambers, chillers)
• High Voltage Safety Training

Additional Information :

• Travel: Yes, Climate trips to support development activities
• Location Hybrid