Staff Battery Cell Engineer
About the role
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.
Responsibilities
- Research and evaluate emerging battery cell chemistries and form factors.
- Analyze and compare battery cell characteristics, including energy density, power density, cycle life, fast-charge capability, and safety factors.
- Generate and maintain the next generation cell technology roadmap and strategy, tracking technology readiness level (TRL) and manufacturing readiness level (MRL) of candidate cells.
- Select the most suitable next-gen cell format and chemistry based on performance, cost, and safety requirements.
- Create cell-level requirements in Jama that support vehicle-level attributes and next-gen program targets.
- Build and maintain strong technical relationships with leading cell manufacturers, material suppliers, and emerging startups developing next-gen cell technology.
- Evaluate supplier technology roadmaps, R&D capability, and production maturity levels to inform sourcing and partnership decisions.
- Lead joint development activities with suppliers, including technical reviews, capability audits, and co-development agreements for next-gen cells.
- Partner with Purchasing and Supply Chain