R&D Design Director – Battery Systems & BESS Innovation

Reap Battery; Tuzla; On-site; TRY 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

YEO in Türkiye is seeking a highly skilled R&D Design Director to lead the battery technologies strategy and the development of cells, modules, packs, and containerized BESS.

You will ensure effective coordination across mechanical, electrical, electronics, BMS, and software engineering teams, driving innovation and next‑generation battery technologies.

With over 700 employees, including more than 200 engineers, this role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and results‑driven execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering; Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in battery technologies, energy storage, automotive, or power electronics.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary engineering organizations.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s R&D and product development strategies for batteries and energy storage.
• Lead design and development of battery cells, modules, packs, and containerized BESS.
• Ensure coordination across mechanical, electrical, electronics, BMS, and software teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

YEO in Türkiye is seeking a highly skilled R&D Design Director to lead the battery technologies strategy and the development of cells, modules, packs, and containerized BESS.

You will ensure effective coordination across mechanical, electrical, electronics, BMS, and software engineering teams, driving innovation and next‑generation battery technologies.

With over 700 employees, including more than 200 engineers, this role demands strong leadership, strategic thinking, and results‑driven execution.