Ford Racing Battery Modeling Engineer

Ford Motor Company • Dearborn, MI

10d • $65,100 - $166,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is at the intersection of battery chemistry, data, and competition, turning test results into physics-based models that translate into faster lap times. The role is part of a small, high-performing motorsports team focused on ownership, rapid idea testing, and continuous improvement. The engineer will apply modeling expertise to current battery systems and set the direction for future methods and battery designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field: Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a relevant field
• 2+ years of direct experience modeling Li-Ion battery cells
• Competency in relevant engineering software (e.g., COMSOL, GT-Suite, Python, MATLAB Simulink)
• Working knowledge of battery cell test methods, chemistry, and key design parameters
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required
• Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s / Ph. D in a related field: Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a relevant field
• Experience with 3D heterogeneous chemistry modeling
• Hands-on experience producing lab-scale Li-Ion battery cells
• High Voltage Safety Training
• Competitive spirit and interest in professional motorsports

Responsibilities

• Build and refine electrochemical models using tools like MATLAB and COMSOL to drive future development and guide decisions on cell chemistry and format direction.
• Build and refine thermal and equivalent circuit models using tools like GT-Suite and Simulink to predict how battery cells will perform under real track conditions.
• Work with array design engineers to shape how cells integrate into the battery array, informing cooling methods and heat rejection designs for optimum system efficiency.
• Provide technical expertise to a global team of internal and external stakeholders spanning Ford Racing production and motorsport vehicles.
• Guide testing strategies to ensure data needed for models are generated efficiently.
• Define requirements for battery management systems as they relate to cell state estimation, life, and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level