Battery Validation Engineer

Scout Motors • Novi, MI

19h • $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

• 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.
• Stay abreast of global regulations affecting electric vehicle batteries.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies and agencies to ensure compliance with regional and international standards.
• Develop and maintain safety documentation, including safety plans, hazard analyses, and safety cases.
• Prepare and submit documentation required for regulatory approvals and certifications.
• 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.
• 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.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to battery safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide expertise and guidance on emerging safety technologies and standards.

Benefits

• 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