Battery System Engineer (F/M) 100%

Facing the challenge of our time

Help us grow and be more impactful!

The “Battery Systems” group of our “Sustainable Energy” Business Unit based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, is currently looking for a Battery System Engineer.

Your mission

The battery system engineer supports the battery system team by designing, commissioning, and testing high-voltage battery systems. This includes both commercial products and our internal zBMS platform.

Your responsibilities

1. System integration and realization of battery systems demonstrators up to 100 kW and 800 V
2. Modeling and simulation of battery/energy systems using Python, Matlab, or similar tools (a plus)
3. System-level analysis, including functional prototype verification and documentation
4. Standard-conform validation of developed prototype systems

Your profile

Know-how

1. MSc/PhD in Engineering with at least 5 years of practical experience
2. Experience in high-voltage and high-power system design
3. Knowledge of battery standards and associated testing and validation protocols
4. Experience in prototyping power systems up to 100 kW and 800 V
5. Proven experience in testing and validation with laboratory equipment
6. Implementation and configuration of communication protocols
7. Professional proficiency in English (oral and written)

Interpersonal skills

1. Open, creative, and results-oriented mindset
2. Highly motivated and eager to learn
3. Autonomous with strong analytical skills for solving technical problems and organizing work
4. Ability to clearly present work and potential issues
5. Natural curiosity and capacity to work on multidisciplinary projects
6. Team player with good communication skills for constructive interaction with colleagues and partners

CSEM mission and values

Our mission is to develop and transfer innovative technologies to Swiss industry. We aim to make an impact on our customers and society in fields like precision manufacturing, digital technologies, and sustainable energy. Our strength lies in our passionate team of about 650 specialists dedicated to innovation and technology transfer. We believe strong values support our organization’s success and the balanced development of our employees.

We are

1. A unique place at the intersection of research and industry, at the forefront of new technologies
2. An innovative, non-profit, employee-driven company
3. A dynamic, multidisciplinary, and multicultural environment
4. A solar team committed to providing solutions for energy challenges and a sustainable world

Working@CSEM means

1. Being part of a passionate community
2. Enjoying flexibility, attractive working conditions, and development opportunities
3. Benefiting from a management style based on trust and feedback that promotes work-life balance

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

We look forward to receiving your complete application (CV, cover letter, certificates, and diplomas) via our job page.

Preference will be given to professionals applying directly.