Director Battery Systems & Development

Are you a visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of electric vehicles? Then step forward and ignite innovation as the Director of Battery and BMS Development! Our client, a pioneer in the EV sector, seeks a driven individual to spearhead the development of cutting-edge battery packs that are not only reliable but also market-ready with immediate commercial applications.
In this leadership role, you will:
Guide a cutting-edge team: Lead a talented team of engineers responsible for hardware and firmware development of battery packs and Battery Management Systems (BMS), utilizing a configurable architecture.
Champion innovation: Spearhead the design and evaluation of distributed BMS CMC & master hardware/firmware, including corresponding firmware for the master/control board.
Market-focused approach: Translate product requirements into fully realized solutions, ensuring compliance with all necessary safety and regulatory standards.
Optimize and adapt: Leverage product requirements and spatial constraints to enhance the configurability and scalability of the system architecture.
Break down silos: Facilitate effective communication and data exchange between your team, product engineering, cross-functional teams, and suppliers.
Forge partnerships: Collaborate with supply chain and sourcing teams to identify design pathways with partners and vendors, ensuring alignment with target specifications.
Think big picture: Design battery packs that seamlessly integrate with diverse applications and power systems, catering to varied industry needs.
Stay ahead of the curve: Build your battery systems architecture using market-proven technologies and maintain in-depth knowledge of key supplier/vendor product portfolios and roadmaps.
Master the details: Manage and lead the battery system development organization, ensuring a thorough understanding of ground, CAN, low voltage, and high voltage harness amperage and thermal requirements.
Requirements
5+ years in related field
Minimum 5 years managing Li-ion battery development teams
Extensive knowledge of battery pack and BMS components (sensors, connectors, control units, etc.)
Experience with EV energy storage design and eMobility applications (preferred)
Safety and compliance expertise (UL standards, etc.)
International regulatory design experience (battery packs and BMS)
Sensor/power electronics integration experience (non-specific architecture)
Design for Six Sigma certification (preferred)
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off