Electrical Engineer - Battery Cell & Battery Management Systems (Indefinite US Work Authorization)

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in battery cell and management systems in New Bremen, OH. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of battery systems experience. The engineer will work on lithium-ion batteries and collaborate on product integration while enjoying a robust benefits package that includes health, 401K, and paid vacation. Candidates must be U.S. work authorized and possess strong technical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of battery systems experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and passport needed.
• Ability to travel up to 20% (overnight) is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineering’s lithium-ion battery subject matter expert.
• Define cell requirements and execute testing programs.
• Develop data analysis workflows and translate results into requirements.

Skills

Strong knowledge of lithium-ion cells

Proficiency in data analysis

Strong interpersonal skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Battery Cell & Battery Management Systems (Indefinite US Work Authorization)

Location: New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is one of the world’s largest material handling companies, with a reputation for award-winning product design, advanced engineering and technology, and superior after-sale service. Crown produces and sells a broad range of forklifts, batteries, chargers, automation and fleet management technologies that are revolutionizing the material-handling industry.

Job Responsibilities: Serve as Engineering’s lithium-ion battery subject matter expert, responsible for cell selection, testing, modeling, and Battery Management System (BMS) algorithm development. Responsibilities include defining cell requirements, test programs, data analysis workflows, model development, and SoX algorithms. This role is central to specifying, validating, and integrating battery systems into Crown products.

Operate with strong technical judgment and independence, contributing cross-functionally and potentially guiding engineers or technicians. Reports to a Chief Engineer, Project Leader, or Group Leader with minimal supervision.

Key tasks include:

• Own electrical, thermal, lifecycle, and safety requirements for battery cells
• Define and execute characterization, aging, and abuse test programs
• Develop data analysis workflows and translate results into requirements and models
• Build and maintain cell models; support module and pack modeling
• Support thermal modeling across cells, modules, and packs
• Contribute to BMS architecture (sensing, control, protection)
• Collaborate with software on SoX, diagnostics, and protection functions
• Partner with mechanical, systems, controls, safety, and supply chain teams
• Support supplier reviews, test plans, and qualification

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of battery systems experience (Salary will be commensurate with experience)
• Strong knowledge of lithium-ion cells, testing, and BMS fundamentals
• Experience with requirements, test plans, and technical specifications
• Proficiency in data analysis and technical communication
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to travel up to 20% (overnight)
• Valid driver’s license and passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience with cell characterization, SoX modeling, and abuse testing
• Knowledge of BMS architecture, sensing circuits, and safety-critical systems
• Experience in industrial, automotive, or motive power battery systems
• Familiarity with battery safety and regulatory standards

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Individuals with temporary visas are ineligible. Sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, is unavailable.

Compensation and Benefits: Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities