Battery Cell Modeling and Controls Engineer

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an experienced engineer to join their Product Development team, focusing on battery systems for electrification. The role involves developing models and controls to enhance battery performance and reliability, requiring a Master's degree in engineering and extensive experience in related fields.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Family care

Vehicle discounts

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in batteries and battery systems.
• 5+ years in Control Systems, especially state estimation theory.
• Experience with Battery Monitoring Systems (BMS).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain battery models and controllers.
• Create models and estimation algorithms for battery parameters.
• Collaborate with embedded software teams to deploy new features.

Skills

Battery systems

Control Systems

MATLAB

C++

Data analysis

Machine learning

Education

Master’s degree in engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow

AVL Concerto

ATI Vision

INCA

Canalyzer

Job description

In this position…

Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements such as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

Qualifications

You'll have…

• Master’s degree in engineering
• 5+ years of experience in batteries and battery systems used in vehicle electrification
• 5+ years of experience in Control Systems, especially state estimation theory
• 5+ years developing and implementing simulations of battery performance and degradation
• 5+ years using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, C++ for battery simulation and control system design
• 2+ years of industry experience with Battery Monitoring Systems (BMS)

Even better, you may have…

• PhD in Engineering
• 5+ years in battery or powertrain system design, usage, controls, and testing for electrified vehicles
• Deep understanding of battery aging, failure modes, and durability
• Experience with HV battery controls embedded software development
• Fluency in Python, C++, or similar languages
• Experience with post-processing battery data using AVL Concerto, ATI Vision, INCA, Canalyzer, or similar tools
• Experience with machine learning algorithms for battery diagnostics and prognostics
• Experience with lab-scale battery fabrication and electrochemical characterization
• Excellent data analysis, teamwork, and communication skills
• Self-motivation and multitasking abilities

We encourage applicants who may not check every box but believe they can bring value to Ford Motor Company to apply!

Benefits

As a global company, we offer flexible options for your career path, including opportunities to work worldwide or close to home, leadership development, and comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, family care, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, paid time off, and more.

For more information on salary and benefits, visit: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP2

This position is classified within salary grades 7-8.

Visa sponsorship is available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and verification will be required. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations, contact 1-888-336-0660.

Onsite work up to three days a week may be required for nearby candidates. #LI-Hybrid LI-JAR

Responsibilities

What you'll do…

• Develop and maintain battery models and controllers
• Create models and estimation algorithms for battery parameters
• Develop controls to enhance battery performance, reliability, and lifespan
• Design diagnostics and prognostics solutions using connected vehicle data
• Validate models and algorithms with simulations and real data
• Define requirements for onboard and cloud BMS features
• Develop validation methods for battery control functions
• Collaborate with embedded software teams to deploy new features