LEAD ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - APPLIED R&D FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Company: Southwest Research Institute
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Who We Are:The Electrified Powertrain section at SwRI conducts
testing and applied research and development on battery, hybrid and
fuel cell electric vehicles and their components. We work closely
with our customers to provide data to support product design and
development and evaluate new technologies to improve the safety,
efficiency and performance of electrified powertrains. We serve
passenger vehicle OEMs, heavy-duty vehicle OEMs, battery
manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers, aerospace and defense customers in
a rapidly growing and changing landscape.Objectives of this
Role:Help lead a team of engineers and technicians working on
applied R&D topics to improve battery safety, performance and
life.Topics can include things like immersed coolants, fast
charging, new materials/designs, lithium plating diagnostics,
etc.Gain exposure to the forefront of technologies that will find
their way into applications within the next 5 years across
automotive, heavy-duty, aerospace and defense applications.Daily
and Monthly Responsibilities:Operational and tactical project
management, including tracking cost, scope and schedule and working
to execute projects on budget and on time.Data review and analyses,
with theoretical or simulation support as needed.Develop and
deliver reports and/or presentation to clients and/or other project
managers in a concise, yet thorough manner.Technical leadership and
consulting as a subject matter expert to other project teams.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineering and technical
staff.Develop research proposals and engage with clients to
determine their specific needs and work to develop/propose
solutions.Must work with a sense of urgency and have the ability to
work in areas of ambiguity, allowing research findings to help
guide next steps.Requirements:Requires a Masters in Mechanical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering,
Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or similar.6-10 years:
Experience in basic and/or applied research in the areas of
thermal/electrical/energy systems and/or heat transfer related to
energy storage systems, lithium-ion batteries, or electrified
vehicles. Proven track record or technical/journal publications and
conference proceedings.6-10 years: Proven project execution and
leadership skills including the ability to both lead and
participate in team environments, especially multi
disciplinary.6-10 years: Data management and analytical abilities,
including Excel, Python, Matlab, Simulink etc.A valid/clear
driver's license is
required.PDN-99375790-e60e-46b9-875d-90b52273702b
Keywords: Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio , LEAD ENGINEER - SR. RESEARCH ENGINEER - APPLIED R&D FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES, Engineering , San Antonio, Texas
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