Battery Cell Array Engineer
Location
Essex | United Kingdom
Job description
We have an exciting opportunity to join our client’s expanding team, in Essex, as a Battery Cell Array Engineer.
You'll be responsible for providing technical assessments related to battery cells/arrays used across Mild Hybrid (mHEV), Full Hybrid (FHEV), Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) and Battery Electric (BEV) vehicles.
Required Skills & Experience
- Educated to a degree level in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineer with emphasis on energy storage or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering with battery experience
- Knowledge & experience of working with Li-ion chemistries in academic or industry setting
- Strong understanding of Li-Ion chemistries, performance, thermodynamics, degradation mechanisms, battery management systems
- Strong problem solving and analytical ability
- Knowledge of current hybrid technologies/ battery / power electronics and components desirable
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technically challenging projects working cross functionally
- Demonstrable experience of working independently
- Ability to quickly obtain and grow knowledge in a rapidly developing technology
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, willingness to learn, with excellent team building and leadership skills
- Must have valid UK driving license & willingness to travel as needed
- Has an enthusiasm for electrification and awareness of other vehicle area requirements and the integration and integration challenges that they present in delivering a vehicle level solution that meets all attributes
Preferred Skills & Experience
- PhD in Electrochemistry/Material Science or Chemical engineering
- Understanding and experience of battery cell chemical analysis
- Experience of Li-Ion battery and/or fuel cell modelling
- Experience of using data analysis software (MATLAB, Excel, INCA, ATI)
- Familiarity with powertrain controls, battery controls, test scripting, and CAN
- Knowledge of battery test equipment (cyclers, thermal chambers, chillers)
- High Voltage Safety Training
Please note that the position will travel to support development activities, therefore you must hold a valid UK driving license.
Hours, Location & Additional Information:
- £35.57 p/h
- 37.5 hours
- 12 month contract
- Essex / Hybrid Remote
- Travel required
- Position confirmed inside IR35
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