Job Description

American Battery Solutions has a full-time opening for an Electrical Systems Engineer.

Job Summary:

The Electrical Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the functional engineering team on battery electrical systems architecture from a systems perspective. This position will apply an interdisciplinary approach to the engineering of battery systems and components, what is required of their design, and manage their realization. They will define and document overall electrical architecture at the system level and oversee verification of the electrical sub-system. This also includes defining electrical system requirements early in the development cycle, identifying top technical risks, and championing the design synthesis and concept verification in the context of the complete battery system. This position will work closely with the engineering design team, prototype engineering team, manufacturing teams, key suppliers, validation/testing team, customers, program managers, and business development. 

Responsibilities:

• Work as the technical lead between customers and design engineers on electrical systems.
• Develop external interface specification for all electrical interfaces to the vehicle.
• Develop system electrical architecture, system schematics, and internal interfaces.
• Lead electrical system integration meetings and collaborate cross-functionally with other teams.
• Ensure electrical components selected by design engineering meet system requirements.
• Represent the electrical system functions on the system DFMEA and track top risks and known electrical issues.
• Develop electrical system verification test plan and review design validation plan.
• Support the Lead Systems engineer on project level electrical system activities.
• Perform system integration and verification for electrical system development and verification.
• Support all prototype system builds, DV and PV builds along with production builds.
• Develop system inspection requirements for end of line testing and support quality engineers.
• Support hardware engineering analysis, controls, WCCA, etc.
• Support troubleshooting of any issues with electrical systems.
• Support other key functional engineering groups with related tasks (ME, EE, SW, BMS).
• Be the expert at the manufacturing plant for all electrical system issues that need resolved.  
• Communicate activities and status to the rest of the team.
• 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 of Science in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree.  
• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in automotive or similar electrical systems; wiring, controls, CANoe, connectors.
• Adept in data processing and statistical analysis.
• Broad engineering knowledge outside electrical (mechanical, software, industrial, etc..).
• Hands-on lab/shop skills (multimeter, oscilloscope, CANoe, etc.).
• Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM/DFA, and DVP&R.
• Experience in a requirement engineering management tool and systems engineering is preferred.
• Effective communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, as well as effectively communicating with suppliers.
• Experienced with the handling of high voltage lithium-ion battery systems. 
• Educated on common automotive & industry test certifications.
• Familiar with the product design process.
• Self-motivated problem solver who pays attention to the fine details.
• Challenges the status quo and strives for continuous improvement.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally. 

Key Competencies: 

• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeking 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.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Working Safely: Demonstrates safe behaviors. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.

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.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• Must be able to manipulate equipment for calibration and modification.

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 

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 has 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!

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