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Motive Workforce is seeking a Battery Engineer specializing in Power Electronics for an innovative technology company developing advanced battery and energy storage solutions.
This position involves hands-on engineering across the full battery development lifecycle, from initial design and prototyping through testing, validation, and production.
The ideal candidate brings a strong electrical engineering background with practical experience in lithium-ion battery systems, battery management systems (BMS), power electronics, PCB development, and manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Support battery system development from concept and R&D through manufacturing and production.
- Translate technical and application requirements into reliable, cost-effective, manufacturable battery solutions.
- Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable drawings, and system diagrams.
- Support the design, development, and fabrication of custom PCBs and/or ASICs.
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and quality and safety controls.
- Analyze engineering and test data to improve battery performance, reliability, and safety.
- Collaborate with manufacturing partners, material suppliers, and engineering contractors.
- Support technical proposals, customer documentation, and application requirements.
- Contribute to patent applications, regulatory filings, and technical publications.
- Mentor junior engineers and support technical knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Hands-on experience with lithium-ion battery design, testing, and manufacturing.
- Understanding of battery management systems, cell and pack design, and power electronics.
- Experience developing wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, cable drawings, and system diagrams.
- Experience designing and fabricating custom PCBs and/or ASICs.
- Knowledge of applicable battery safety standards and regulations.
- Experience supporting battery systems through R&D and production.
- Strong technical documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a startup or fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
- Experience with batteries used in commercial, military, or consumer applications.
- Exposure to SBIR or government program technical reporting.
- Familiarity with government compliance requirements, including CMMC and FedRAMP.
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to work on-site in Culver City, California.
- Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Hands-on experience with lithium-ion battery design, testing, and manufacturing.
- Understanding of battery management systems, cell and pack design, and power electronics.
- Experience developing wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, cable drawings, and system diagrams.
- Experience designing and fabricating custom PCBs and/or ASICs.
- Knowledge of applicable battery safety standards and regulations.
- Experience supporting battery systems through R&D and production.
- Strong technical documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a startup or fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.
- Experience with batteries used in commercial, military, or consumer applications.
- Exposure to SBIR or government program technical reporting.
- Familiarity with government compliance requirements, including CMMC and FedRAMP.
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to work on-site in Culver City, California.
- Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.