Battery Life & Degradation Modeling Engineer

Ford Motor; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Energy is seeking a Battery Cell Simulation Engineer to develop electrochemical models (P2D/P4D) and link cell life to BESS system performance. You will calibrate against cycling and aging data, quantify degradation, and support warranty and lifecycle decisions.

The role requires a strong background in electrochemical modeling, battery fundamentals, and cross-functional collaboration with Ford teams. Hybrid travel across the U.S. may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field.
• 3+ years (MS) or 5+ years (BS) of experience in battery modeling or related fields.
• Strong expertise in electrochemical modeling (P2D or equivalent) and lithium-ion battery fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply high-fidelity electrochemical models (P2D/P4D) for battery cell performance and degradation.
• Create physics-based life predictions and interface with BESS system models.
• Calibrate models with experimental data and validate predictions against test results.
• Collaborate with Ford Battery Modeling Team and CAE teams to ensure proper model integration.

Skills

Electrochemical modeling

Battery modeling

Multiphysics

Python

MATLAB

COMSOL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Eng./Mechanical Eng./Materials Science/Physics or related field

5+ years experience in BS; MS 3+ years preferred

Master's or PhD in relevant discipline

Tools

COMSOL Multiphysics

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Ford Energy is seeking a Battery Cell Simulation Engineer to develop electrochemical models (P2D/P4D) and link cell life to BESS system performance. You will calibrate against cycling and aging data, quantify degradation, and support warranty and lifecycle decisions.

The role requires a strong background in electrochemical modeling, battery fundamentals, and cross-functional collaboration with Ford teams. Hybrid travel across the U.S. may be required.