Supervisor BESS Battery Modeling, Ford Energy

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Governance
• Lead and develop a high-performing CAE team responsible for BESS modeling and simulation.
• Establish modeling standards, technical governance, and best practices for CAE execution across the organization.
• Provide CAE-driven recommendations for system architecture, thermal design, and performance optimization to support technical reviews and program delivery.
• Advanced Battery Modeling
• Own battery life prediction modeling, including capacity fade, resistance growth, calendar aging, and cycle aging.
• Lead pack- and container-level thermal and electro-thermal simulations for utility-scale applications.
• Oversee physics-based electrochemical modeling (e.g., P2D/P4D) and the development of reduced-order models.
• Digital Twin & System Validation
• Drive the development of integrated digital twin frameworks to monitor and predict system health.
• Ensure rigorous model validation against laboratory data and real-world field performance.
• Collaborate with Ford Auto battery CAE teams to leverage reuse opportunities and align on modeling methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in battery modeling, CAE, or simulation engineering.
• Expertise in electrochemical, thermal, or multiphysics battery modeling.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or engineering teams.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Even Better

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Advanced experience with high-fidelity battery models (P2D, P4D).
• Direct experience with utility-scale BESS or high-voltage automotive battery platforms.
• Experience in degradation modeling, thermal runaway analysis, or container-level simulation.
• Familiarity with digital twin development and model correlation frameworks.

Leadership Attributes

• Technical Translator capable of converting complex multiphysics simulations into practical engineering and business decisions.
• Collaborative Leader who can bridge the gap between Ford Auto’s research capabilities and Ford Energy’s deployment needs.
• Quality-Obsessed Supervisor who maintains high standards for model accuracy, validation, and execution.
• Strategic Thinker focused on improving the long-term "bankability" and durability of energy assets through virtual validation.

Pay

$115,500-218,100

Schedule

Hybrid-friendly for candidates with a proven ability to deliver results in a flexible environment. Occasional travel to support suppliers, houses, and customer sites.