Senior Battery Pack Engineer

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams! With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as
you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

Electric Vehicle Digital Design (EVDD) is responsible for developing the key technologies and capabilities – such as EV platforms, batteries, e-motors, inverters, charging and recycling – to create ground-up breakthrough electric vehicles. By joining the best software, engineering, design and UX talent, you will be a part of creating new technologies and concepts that can be applied across the Ford enterprise. Being on the EVDD team means building the future as Ford’s center of innovation and growth through electric and connected vehicles and services. 

The Senior Battery Pack Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing the lithium-ion battery systems for our electric vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in battery technology, including the design, manufacturing, and testing of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

What you’ll be able to do:

• Develop and design lithium-ion battery systems utilizing 3DX
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure battery systems meet performance, safety, and cost requirements, as well as integration with the overall vehicle platform
• Create test plans and conduct testing and analysis of battery systems to identify and resolve any issues.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure high-quality battery components
• Create boundary diagrams and device transmittals
• Coordinate CAE simulations for both mechanical and thermal systems
• Maintain documentation and records related to battery system designs and testing results
• Stay up-to-date with the latest battery technology and industry trends to ensure our electric vehicles remain competitive

Minimum requirements:
 

• BS in Engineering with minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience developing products for mass production with injection molding, stamping, forging, and casting
• Define the requirements and specifications for battery development
• Drive battery and system design, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Plan, coordinate and execute battery validation tests, covering various aspects such as system, safety, thermal, data, barrier, vehicle, dyno/bench, life, charging and cell performance
• Participate in DFMEA and PFMEA activities
• Manage external vendors and partners for testing and manufacturing
• Main integrator of cell and electronics within the battery pack
• Familiar with adhesives and thermal interface materials
• Experience specifying fuses, contactors, relays, busbars and high voltage and low voltage connectors
   

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• Hands-on experience building and launching automotive products
• 3DX experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using Confluence, Jira, Asana, or other project management tools
• An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
• A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we would love to have you join us.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit: https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-LL6-sal-plan-2.pdf  

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