Lead BMS Hardware Engineer – Energy Storage

Pinnacle Professional Services, LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Professional Services, LLC is seeking a Lead Battery Management System (BMS) Hardware Engineer to oversee the hardware development lifecycle for next-gen energy storage solutions.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with automotive safety standards. This role requires senior hardware design experience and proven project leadership in complex BMS programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in hardware design, preferably within battery, energy storage, or power electronics.
• Experience with BMS architectures (centralized, distributed, modular) preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with PPAP, DFMEA, and validation testing preferred.
• Familiarity with automotive standards (ISO 26262, AEC-Q100 components) preferred.
• Prior experience in supplier management and contract negotiations.
• Proven track record leading complex hardware development projects from concept to production.
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital circuit design, high-voltage safety, and power management.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and validation of BMS hardware components, including sensing systems, protection circuits, power electronics, and communication interfaces.
• Define system and hardware level requirements, schematics, PCB design reviews, and test strategies in collaboration with hardware and system engineers.
• Ensure hardware design and development activities comply with automotive, industrial, and safety standards including ISO 26262, IEC 61508, and UL requirements.
• Develop project plans, establish timelines, allocate resources, and define milestones for BMS hardware deliverables.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure effective integration of hardware and system components.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership and stakeholders, including progress, risks, and milestones.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for hardware related supplier interactions, including component selection, evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• Manage supplier relationships, overseeing the timely delivery of parts, prototypes, and test support to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to support cost-effective sourcing and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers in circuit design, simulation, and testing activities.
• Facilitate collaboration among engineering, manufacturing quality, and product management teams to ensure alignment and effective cross-functional communication.
• Lead design reviews, facilitate FMEA sessions, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Hardware design

BMS architectures

Supplier management

DFMEA

PPAP

High-voltage safety

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Pinnacle Professional Services, LLC is seeking a Lead Battery Management System (BMS) Hardware Engineer to oversee the hardware development lifecycle for next-gen energy storage solutions.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with automotive safety standards. This role requires senior hardware design experience and proven project leadership in complex BMS programs.