Battery Modeling Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Battery Modeling Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Overview

The candidate will be responsible for developing and/or enhancing battery modeling tools and performing cell performance and ageing simulations in support of cell technology innovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop/enhance numerical tools to implement and couple the physical phenomena governing the performance and safety of battery cells.
• Perform cell performance and ageing simulations in support of all the cell technology innovation projects.
• Assist with completion of Technology Readiness Level evaluations on time.
• Help scout, analyze and assess promising technologies or concepts from various sources.
• Contribute to mid- and long-term roadmaps for cell electrochemistry.
• Collaborate with other virtual engineering teams.
• Collaborate with other supporting technical teams.
• Arbitrate decisions on relative perimeter and escalate major gaps.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in materials, electrical, electrochemistry or related degree field.
• Master’s or PhD in materials engineering or electrochemistry.
• 3+ years of experience in cell electrochemistry modeling.
• 5+ years of experience in cell electrochemistry modeling.

Requirements

• Experience in lithium-ion battery technologies and materials.
• Proficient in numerical modeling using computational tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, COMSOL, and GT-Auto Lion.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work in a cross functional, multi-cultural, and global team environment.
• Experience to provide technical guidance and direction during supplier technical reviews.
• Fluent in English with excellent presentation skills.

Shift

Minimum 3 days onsite per week

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, orveteran status.