Cell DV/PV Test Engineer – Battery Life & Performance

Ford; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Vehicle discounts

Job summary

Ford Energy is seeking a Battery Cell DV/PV Testing Engineer to execute design verification and process verification testing on battery cells used in our BESS products. The role focuses on performance, life data, and root-cause analysis, with close collaboration to production and supplier teams.

The ideal candidate will operate cell test equipment, run DVP&R/PVP&R plans, and contribute to evaluating future cell chemistries for BESS applications, ensuring cells meet performance and reliability

Qualifications

• Experience with DV/PV testing methodologies on lithium-ion or sodium-ion cells.
• Ability to translate test data into engineering conclusions.
• Familiarity with teardown analysis and root-cause investigation.

Responsibilities

• Execute DV and PV test plans focusing on performance and life characterization.
• Set up and operate cell test equipment (cyclers, environmental/thermal chambers, DAQ).
• Collaborate with design, pack, BMS, quality and supplier teams to ensure cell meet specs.

Skills

DV testing

PV testing

cell characterization

cycle life testing

DAQ systems

Tools

Battery cyclers

Environmental chambers

DCIR testing equipment

Job description

Ford Energy is seeking a Battery Cell DV/PV Testing Engineer to execute design verification and process verification testing on battery cells used in our BESS products. The role focuses on performance, life data, and root-cause analysis, with close collaboration to production and supplier teams.

The ideal candidate will operate cell test equipment, run DVP&R/PVP&R plans, and contribute to evaluating future cell chemistries for BESS applications, ensuring cells meet performance and reliability