Battery Validation Engineer

Scout Motors • Charlotte, NC

12h • $110,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As the Battery Safety/Regulations Engineer, you will be at the forefront of defining and implementing safety measures and regulatory compliance for our electric vehicle battery systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to navigate and adhere to industry standards, ensuring the highest safety standards are met. This position requires a deep understanding of battery safety, regulatory requirements, and a passion for contributing to the success of an electric vehicle startup.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in battery safety engineering, preferably in the electric vehicle industry.
• In-depth knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to battery systems.
• Experience with safety analysis tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Battery Safety Compliance: Ensure battery systems comply with safety standards and regulations, including but not limited to UN38.3, ISO 26262, and other relevant industry standards. Conduct safety assessments and risk analyses to identify and address potential safety issues.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of global regulations affecting electric vehicle batteries. Collaborate with regulatory bodies and agencies to ensure compliance with regional and international standards.
• Safety Documentation: Develop and maintain safety documentation, including safety plans, hazard analyses, and safety cases. Prepare and submit documentation required for regulatory approvals and certifications.
• Testing and Validation: Collaborate with testing and validation teams to design and execute safety tests for battery systems. Analyze test data and implement improvements based on safety performance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with hardware and software engineering teams to integrate safety features into battery system designs. Collaborate with external partners, suppliers, and testing agencies to ensure alignment with safety standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to battery safety and regulatory compliance. Provide expertise and guidance on emerging safety technologies and standards.

Benefits

• The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up .
• This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation .
• In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:
• Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, as accrued 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

What This Job Offers

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