Cell Analysis Engineer (Pack)

Responsibilities

• Conduct root cause investigations of battery quality and safety issues through testing, analysis, and on-site verification
• Perform reproducibility testing to validate suspected failure modes and identify contributing factors
• Complete tear-down analysis of lithium-ion cells, modules, battery packs, and related components
• Analyze battery failures using laboratory equipment and diagnostic tools to determine failure mechanisms
• Evaluate structural and design-related risks affecting battery system performance and safety
• Investigate customer returns, field failures, buyback samples, and adjacent cell impacts to determine root causes
• Prepare technical reports documenting findings, conclusions, and corrective action recommendations
• Develop and maintain work instructions, diagnostic procedures, and technical documentation
• Support cross-functional teams in implementing corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality
• Organize and improve laboratory processes, procedures, and documentation to increase efficiency
• Complete daily documentation and maintain accurate engineering records
• Follow all safety policies, work instructions, and PPE requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field
• Fundamental knowledge of lithium-ion batteries, electrochemistry, and battery systems
• Understanding of engineering analysis methods and root cause investigation techniques
• Experience: 1 to 3+ years of experience, preferably in a Quality Engineering role or Reproducible experiment work in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Experience performing battery failure analysis, laboratory testing, or reproducibility experiments is preferred
• Experience supporting EV or PHEV battery systems or vehicle diagnostics is preferred

Skills

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking and root cause analysis abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and technical documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Mandatory requirements

• Able to work while wearing respirator