BMS Systems Architect & Technical Leader

Actalent; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Principal BMS Engineer to lead system‑level direction, architecture ownership, and long‑term stewardship of advanced battery management solutions in an embedded electronics environment.

You will define architecture across firmware, electronics, and algorithms, driving regulatory and functional safety compliance while guiding cross‑functional teams. The role emphasizes durable, scalable BMS platforms aligned with product roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field with relevant certifications
• 15+ years of embedded systems work experience
• 7+ years in battery or energy systems
• Recognized expertise in BMS firmware, electronics, and system-level design

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for BMS architecture across firmware, electronics, sensing, controls, and system integration.
• Define and maintain system-level BMS architecture, design patterns, and technical standards across multiple product lines.
• Lead technical trade studies that balance safety, performance, cost, manufacturability, and long‑term maintainability.
• Establish best practices for embedded firmware architecture, hardware abstraction, diagnostics, and fault handling.
• Provide expert‑level guidance on embedded firmware design, real‑time systems, and safety‑critical software.
• Lead the development and review of core BMS algorithms, including SOC, SOH, SOE, cell balancing, protection, diagnostics, and degradation monitoring.
• Own the interpretation and application of relevant safety and compliance standards such as UL, IEC, ISO, and functional safety guidance as they relate to BMS design.
• Drive system‑level requirements decomposition, traceability, and verification strategies to ensure complete coverage and robust performance.
• Lead DFMEA, fault tree analysis (FTA), and system‑level risk assessments, ensuring mitigation strategies are implemented, verified, and maintained.
• Guide the development of end‑of‑line test strategies, diagnostic coverage, and service tools to support manufacturing and field service.
• Ensure BMS designs are manufacturable, testable, and serviceable at scale for long‑term product success.
• Support long‑term sustainment activities, reliability improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives across BMS platforms.
• Perform other engineering and technical duties as needed to support product development and lifecycle management.

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Actalent seeks a Principal BMS Engineer to lead system‑level direction, architecture ownership, and long‑term stewardship of advanced battery management solutions in an embedded electronics environment.

You will define architecture across firmware, electronics, and algorithms, driving regulatory and functional safety compliance while guiding cross‑functional teams. The role emphasizes durable, scalable BMS platforms aligned with product roadmaps.