Cell Product Engineer

  • Detroit
  • Tata Technologies

About the Company : At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world's leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth, we are now recruiting for a Job Title to strengthen our team in Location.

Job Title: Cell Product Engineer

Location: Detroit, MI

Duration: Fulltime

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Li-Ion Cell product Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a product Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development and testing of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells. You will be responsible for designing, building, and testing prototype battery cells, as well as optimizing their performance for various applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct the investigations related to Li ion cell design, performance and development.
  • As part of the cell development team the individual must be able to self-direct for tasks that they are responsible for, while working in a cross functional environment
  • The individual will work with the advanced development team to down select the appropriate cathode, anode, electrolyte and separator to design the platform cells.
  • Work with manufacturing teams to run the design for manufacturability reviews.
  • Engage with raw materials group and materials suppliers to understand the materials capabilities and requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cell performance and manufacturing processes.
  • Continuously improve cell design and manufacturing processes to enhance energy density, cycle life, and safety as per performance requirements.
  • Be able report on data collection and analyzes, and to maintain both a sense of urgency while maintaining the overall goal of the activities
  • May require travel and extended hours to support of activities, up to and including weekends

Main Responsibilities:

  • Maintain Cell destructive and non destructive analysis and tools
  • work in the Dry Environment to carry out the cell and materials investigations.
  • Up-Keep Cell design, engineering and cell assembly station (electrode coating, winding or stacking, welding, packaging and formation)
  • Relate processes documentation in conformance to corporate standards
  • Manage lab activities in support of department goals

Qualification:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in designing and building lithium-ion battery cells.
  • Proficiency in battery materials selection, cell assembly, and testing.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and MS projects.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of battery management systems (BMS) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with CAD, Matlab and Minitab for cell design is advantageous.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to safety in battery cell handling and testing.

If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects, you work on then we would love to hear from you. We offer a complete benefits package, including; medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, FMLA and 401K.

Tata Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

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Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.