Battery Root Cause Analysis Engineer

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Relocation assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple seeks a Battery Root Cause Analysis Engineer in Austin, TX to organize characterization and failure analysis, unravel causation, and implement corrective actions. You will apply diverse analytical methods and lead project efforts to prevent failures in Li-ion systems.

The role demands hands-on teardown work, data interpretation, and clear reporting. Collaboration with engineering teams and mentoring technicians are essential in delivering high-quality fault analysis and improvements.

Qualifications

• BS and at least 3 years of relevant industry experience
• MS or higher preferred in Chemical Eng, Materials Science, or Electrochemistry
• Experience with teardown and characterization of Li-ion batteries
• Proficiency with electrochemical techniques (CV, EIS, GITT, PITT)
• Familiar with data analysis and statistics for failure rates

Responsibilities

• Organize and perform battery failure analysis to unravel causation
• Interpret analytical data and laboratory test results
• Perform teardown and prepare technical reports
• Develop FA protocols and oversee testing
• Train technicians to maintain high standards

Skills

Lithium-ion batteries

Failure analysis

Electrochemical techniques

XRD

SEM/EDS

FIB

Data analysis

Teamwork & PM

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering / Materials Science

MS in Chemical Engineering / Electrochemistry

Tools

XRD

SEM/EDS

FIB

Diffraction Microscopy

Job description

Battery Root Cause Analysis Engineer
SummaryPosted: Dec 14 2023
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200529004

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in lithium-ion battery research development or failure/ root cause analysis
• Hands-on experience in lithium-ion battery teardown process and characterization of battery components by diffraction microscopy and spectroscopy tools
• Deep know-how in variety of electrochemical techniques (CV EIS GITT PITT) for battery diagnostics
• Experience in battery material modeling for aging prediction
• Expertise in multiple characterization techniques including XRD SEM/EDS FIB including sample preparation methods
• Deep understanding in battery materials interfaces electrolytes and electrochemistry to drive failure analysis of Li ion batteries
• Familiar with statistical analysis of failure rates and times (risk analysis)
• Strong verbal and written communication teamwork and project management skills
• Attention to details ability to work well individually and in team settings

Description

• Organize and carry out characterization and battery failure analysis work to unravel causation and mechanisms and facilitate corrective actions and mitigation.
• Acquire and interpret analytical and cell test data using materials characterization and electrochemical techniques to supplement FA activity.
• Perform tear downs and prepare reports.
• Prepare and maintain procedures validate methods and equipment develop and implement FA protocols and failure replication testing.
• Determine the best techniques and most effective paths to attain the desired information to uncover failure modes.
• Train guide and define tasks for technicians to facilitate work at high standards.

Education & Experience

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• MS or higher degree in Chemical Engineering Materials Science Electrochemistry or related field preferred

Pay & Benefits

At Apple base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $132300 and $241500 and your base pay will depend on your skills qualifications experience and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage retirement benefits a range of discounted products and free services and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.
• Additionally this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. Note: Apple benefit compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.