⚡ Role: Battery Module Design Lead

💼 Industry: Battery | Aerospace

🌎 Location: California

💰 Salary: $200k – $250

⚡About Us:

I’m partnered up with a company that is pioneering the future of aviation with their advanced eVTOL aircraft. I’m looking for a talented Senior Battery Design Engineer to spearhead the design and development of state-of-the-art battery modules and packs for there electric aircraft. You will play a key role in designing and developing systems that will redefine air travel.

⚡ Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of high-performance battery packs and modules for eVTOL aircraft, focusing on energy density, structural integrity, thermal management, and safety.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation for battery enclosures, mounting systems, and thermal management solutions, ensuring compliance with industry regulations like UN38.3 and DO-160.
• Perform Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to optimize designs for performance, reliability, and ease of manufacture.
• Work closely with electrical, thermal, and vehicle integration teams to ensure seamless integration of battery systems into electric vehicles, meeting product requirements and performance targets.
• Design testing environments, analyze results, and iterate designs to improve overall performance.
• Lead validation efforts, including thermal propagation, mechanical testing, and reliability assessments in both laboratory settings and on test vehicles.
• Oversee testing for environmental conditions, durability, and crashworthiness of battery systems.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and promoting technical excellence across the team.
• Manage project timelines, coordinate with vendors, and ensure production schedules are met for on-time product delivery.

⚡ Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in battery module/pack design and development, ideally with a background in EV, aerospace, or aviation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes relevant to electric vehicle battery systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., CATIA) and FEA tools (preferably ABAQUS/3DX) for structural analysis and optimization.
• Proven ability to solve complex engineering problems and apply analytical thinking to drive solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to clearly explain technical concepts and project progress to both team members and stakeholders.
• Effective leadership and team management skills, with a focus on guiding junior engineers to achieve project and professional goals.

⚡ Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with eVTOL or other electric aircraft projects.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for aerospace batteries (e.g., FAA, EASA).
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

⚡ Why Join?

• Work on cutting-edge technology in the exciting and rapidly growing electric aviation industry.
• Join a dynamic, collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth and development.