Senior Battery Modeling Engineer - EV Powertrain

Ford-Motor-Company; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a senior battery modeling leader to own and advance cell-level and system-level models for EV/HEV platforms in the United States. This role collaborates with software, engineering, design, and UX teams to shape next-generation battery technologies and vehicle integration.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of cell-modeling experience, strong Python/MATLAB/Simulink skills, and a track record in cross-functional delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in developing cell models and understanding how cell characteristics relate to system performance.
• Knowledge of modeling techniques for lithium-ion cells, battery packs, and thermal systems.
• Fundamental engineering/chemistry/physics knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or Simulink.
• Experience with JIRA/Confluence or similar tracking tools.
• Masters in chemical, EE or related fields.
• Experience with different cell chemistries and form factors.

Responsibilities

• Create and own battery physics models of different fidelities.
• Develop advanced lifetime models for current and next generation cells.
• Drive product direction and cell design based on model recommendations.
• Integrate versions of the cell model with the vehicle model.
• Define requirements for thermal and pack components based on cell aging and warranty.
• Work with experimental teams to obtain data for improved analysis.
• Support future roadmap scenarios.
• Create DVP for cell testing.
• Correlate and improve models with field vehicles.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Simulink

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in chemical engineering or EE

PhD in battery modeling

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a senior battery modeling leader to own and advance cell-level and system-level models for EV/HEV platforms in the United States. This role collaborates with software, engineering, design, and UX teams to shape next-generation battery technologies and vehicle integration.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of cell-modeling experience, strong Python/MATLAB/Simulink skills, and a track record in cross-functional delivery.