Job Description

American Battery Solutions is now hiring a Battery Pack Engineering Lead in Lake Orion, Michigan. 

Job Summary:

The Battery Pack Engineering Lead is responsible for the cross functional engineering execution of High Voltage Battery Pack development programs at American Battery Solutions (ABS). They work as the primary customer-facing lead for development and launch support, and internally are responsible for leading the Pack Electro-Mechanical, Battery Management System (Hardware and Software), Systems Engineering and Validation functions to ensure successful program execution within the proper milestones and expectations. They manage cross functional complexity and ensure alignment of the team to the big picture, as well as possess a level of technical depth necessary to support and challenge the various engineering team members to be successful.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the engineering cross functional team in project execution, aligning the project overall milestones to the necessary deliverables and expectations of each engineering group (Pack electro-mechanical, Systems, BMS Hardware, Software, and Validation).
• Act as the primary technical interface to internal & external customers.
• Apply technical knowledge to the on-time delivery of work products through the product development life cycle; utilize awareness of pack components status to proactively identify and mitigate risks in design delivery.
• Serve as a mentor to Design Release Engineers.
• Specify pack components, materials, & solutions to ensure products meet internal and customer requirements.
• Key contributor to system DFMEA/PFMEA and DVP&R.
• Lead Product and Process design reviews.
• Work closely with counterparts in Program Management and Manufacturing on behalf of Engineering to ensure successful product delivery.
• Support prototype builds ensuring parts are on time and to print; resolve engineering issues in a timely manner.
• Lead team in problem solving and issue resolution for internal and customer facing issues.
• Provide technical support to production manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot issues with product components and assemblies.
• Expand professional and technical knowledge by attending educational seminars and conferences, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Contribute to team growth by completing projects in a timely manner.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering or equivalent degree.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in electrification product design or product development.
• Demonstrated project technical leadership experience in complex electromechanical systems.
• Adept in troubleshooting methods and disciplined documentation of findings.
• Proficient in understanding CAE models, and deciphering boundary conditions, assumptions, and model limitations.
• Adept in data processing and statistical analysis.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, and effectively communicating with suppliers.
• Educated on common automotive & industry standards.
• Familiar with the product development process.
• Self-motivated problem solver; pays attention to details.
• Challenges the status quo and strives for continuous improvement.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.

Key Competencies: 

• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused: Understands and actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.
• Delegates Effectively: Assigns work to others to maximize time for strategic thinking and actions; Provides clear guidelines, monitors, redirects, and sets limits as needed. Provides challenging assignments, shares authority, and provides resources and support.
• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Influences Others: Has personal and organizational impact built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty. Flexes their style to direct, collaborate, or empower, as the situation requires.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. 
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. 
• May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead. 
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about in industrial environments, and on uneven terrain. 
• Works in a temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.
• May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites to fully understand material needs.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business. 

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion, MI 

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of South-East Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township boasts more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you’ll be at the center of it here!

AMERICAN BATTERY SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.