Battery Electromechanical Engineer

Job Summary

The Battery Electromechanical Engineer is responsible for the development and release of key electromechanical subsystems of the Battery Pack. This role is responsible for specifying, characterizing, and working with cross functional teams to integrate these subsystems and components into the High Voltage Battery System.

• Owns the selection, development, and integration of high voltage electrical power distribution components.
• Maintains expertise in power switching components, current limiting devices and sensing electronics, including contractors, relays, fuses, FETs, current sensors, etc.
• Maintains familiarity with mechanical packaging and fabrication techniques, including injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, additive manufacturing, etc.
• Designs and develops high voltage, high current interfaces between electromechanical components (e.g., busbars, cabling, flexible printed circuit (FPC)). Executes high voltage sensing circuitry and terminations.
• Evaluates supplier information, specifications, and validation data to ensure selection of the best suppliers.
• Works closely with component suppliers to qualify candidate components to meet subsystem, performance, and cost targets. Releases components into ABS PDM system.
• Seeks innovative opportunities to develop best-in-world solutions and develops roadmaps to evaluate and implement these solutions.
• Designs, sets up, and conducts internal tests to confirm specifications, resolving any issues that may arise.
• Works closely with Battery Management System (BMS) and Systems Engineering teams to develop control strategies and diagnostics for responsible components.
• Works closely with manufacturing engineering to determine the most cost-effective and highest quality solutions.
• Works closely with prototype and production teams to troubleshoot issues with product components and assemblies.
• Contributes as a key contributor to mechanical & electrical system DVP&Rs for integration into or support of overall ABS system DVP&Rs.
• Contributes to team growth and accountability by completing projects in a professional, collaborative, and timely manner.
• Adheres to federal and state regulations.
• Adheres to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Maintains predictable and reliable attendance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in automotive or similar product design and development, especially electromechanical design.
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical system development principles.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, and effectively communicating with suppliers.
• Familiar with lab procedures and safety protocols.
• Well-versed in automotive specifications.
• Experienced with the handling of high voltage lithium-ion battery systems.
• Educated on common automotive & industry standards SAE, ASME, and IEE.
• Familiar with the product design process and root cause analysis techniques.
• Self‑motivated problem solver; pays attention to details and exemplifies self‑leadership.

• Decision Making & Analysis:
  Makes sound decisions based on data‑driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input, and identifies connections or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement:
  Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while focusing on sustainability and incremental improvements in work processes.
• Delivers Results:
  Achievement‑oriented, with a sense of urgency to reach goals on time.
• Assertiveness:
  Maintains position when right; stands up to others and expresses views without fear of approval or unnecessary aggression.
• Takes Initiative:
  Exhibits strong drive for results, conveys urgency, and drives issues to closure despite obstacles.
• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused:
  Understands and actively supports the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.