Engineering Development Program- Cell Engineer

An Engineer of Cell Engineering will lead the testing and qualification of cells to support the needs of a global Li-Ion battery business in the areas of new product development, technology development, warranty analysis, and supplier quality management. Major responsibilities include development of cell specifications, supporting supplier qualifications, executing new product development projects, supporting the development of technology roadmaps, supporting advanced quality initiatives, and performing cell testing and analysis. This includes working in a collaborative team environment with marketing, project management, quality, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, agency/safety teams, and global manufacturing operations. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Perform analytical services including TGA/DSC polymer analysis, GC-MS electrolyte analysis, SEM/EDS particle analysis, visual image capture, cell subsystem testing, and live cell teardown analysis.  

• Drive best-in-class product performance within cell supply base by defining next generation cell specifications, critiquing supplier designs and processes, and driving strategic corrective actions and continuous improvements. 

• Establish and maintain an archive of product specifications, performance data, and product information for broad use within the organization. 

• Perform cell failure analysis, cell construction analysis 

• Write cell testing and qualification reports for the pack teams 

Education and Experience Requirements 

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or similar field required.  

• Knowledge of materials used in Lithium ion cell industry for cathode, anode, separator etc. 

• Experience with using SEM/EDS, TGA/DSC, GC-MS, XRD, FTIR, EIS, glovebox, cycle life testers and abuse testing is preferred. 

• Knowledge of emerging battery chemistries is preferred. 

• Highly motivated self-driver with a never settle, always improving attitude. 

• A passion for driving cell development efforts with suppliers and  

• Ability to travel up to 10% (domestic and International).