Sr. Director, Battery Management System

Our Next Energy•Novi, MI

20h

About The Position

The Senior Director, Battery Management Systems (BMS) is responsible for leading the strategy, development, validation, and deployment of advanced BMS and power distribution architecture across all ONE battery platforms. This role drives the integration of hardware, software, mechanical, controls, and safety systems to ensure optimal battery performance, longevity, and compliance with industry and energy storage standards. This leader will build and scale a high-performing BMS organization, establish robust engineering processes, and partner cross-functionally to deliver production-ready systems that meet aggressive program timelines and quality expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field required
12+ years of experience in battery systems, automotive systems, or embedded systems engineering
5+ years in leadership roles managing engineering teams and complex programs
Proven experience leading BMS and PDU development in EV, battery, or energy storage industries
Experience bringing products from concept through production launch
Deep knowledge of: BMS architectures (centralized, distributed)
Deep knowledge of: HV Power distribution systems
Deep knowledge of: Real time controller electronic circuit design (MCU, power supplies, IO devices, …)
Deep knowledge of: Battery systems and electrochemistry fundamentals
Deep knowledge of: Embedded systems and controls
Deep knowledge of: State estimation algorithms (SOC, SOH, SOP)
Deep knowledge of: Functional safety (ISO 26262)
Deep knowledge of: CAN/LIN communication protocols
Experience with HIL/SIL testing, model-based development, and software validation