Advanced Cell Engineer

• Lead the design and layout of lithium-ion and Sodium ion battery cell components including cathodes, anodes, separators, and electrolytes.
• Develop and optimize cell performance requirements for cells, focusing on electrical, thermal, and mechanical aspects.
• Manage Pre-A and A sample development, testing, and validation.
• Apply Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), robust design, reliability, and optimization principles throughout the development lifecycle.
• Stay engaged with advanced technologies for next-gen materials and recommend new cell designs and market opportunities.
• Lead or support testing and analysis of cell components to identify design improvements.
• Use empirical data, virtual simulations, and analytical tools (e.g., Finite Element Analysis, machine learning, statistics) for design and performance assessments.
• Collaborate with computational chemistry and manufacturing experts to apply math-based tools for design and cost sensitivity.
• Collaborate with system engineering to ensure cell-to-pack integration and compliance with internal and supplier requirements.
• Define, allocate, and optimize system and component-level requirements using physical and virtual data.
• Coordinate across internal GM departments and external partners to meet project deliverables.
• Lead internal reviews, risk management planning, and cost innovation strategies.
• Maintain a robust safety culture and ensure lessons learned are documented and shared.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electrochemical, Materials or related fields)
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience (product development, design release, project management, supplier collaboration)
• Strong knowledge of Lithium-ion and Sodium ion battery technologies (cells, modules, packs, materials, chemistry)
• Familiarity with energy storage systems and vehicle electrification
• Knowledge of material characterization techniques
• Experience with requirements flow and development
• Familiarity with statistical tools and process control methods
• Experience with mechanical CAE tools and CAD manipulation
• Proven project management skills with autonomy and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional teams
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience writing technical documents (SODW, SOR, proposals, executive summaries)
• Proficiency in chemical handling and safe lab practices
• Understanding of industrial workplace hazards and safety programs.

Demonstrates expertise in lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technologies, including design, optimization, and performance assessment. Proven ability to lead complex projects, collaborate across teams, and apply advanced analytical tools for innovative battery solutions.

• Lithium-Ion Battery Technology
• Sodium-Ion Battery Technology
• Design For Six Sigma (DFSS)
• Project Management
• Mechanical CAE Tools

• Battery Cell Design
• Material Characterization Techniques
• Requirements Development
• Statistical Tools
• Process Control Methods
• CAD Manipulation
• Empirical Data Analysis
• Finite Element Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Analytical Tools

• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

• Electrification
• Safety Culture
• Project Deliverables
• Cross-Functional Teams
• Industrial Workplace Hazards

• Virtual Simulations
• Math-Based Tools
• Energy Storage Systems