The Bertrandt Group has been providing development solutions for the international automotive and aviation industries as well as the mechanical and
plant engineering, energy, medical technology and electronics industries in Europe, China and the USA for more than 40 years. Our employees guarantee
extensive know-how, sustainable project solutions and a high level of customer orientation.
Battery Array Design & Release Engineer
Location: SS15 6EE, Laindon
Battery Array Design & Release Engineer
Workplace: SS15 6EE, Laindon
What to expect:
Bertrandt is an independent and international development service provider with long years of automotive expertise. With cross-industry know-how and a holistic understanding of systems and products, we create technological solutions at any stage of the product development process. We deal with a focus on hot topics such as digitalization, e-mobility and autonomous systems, mainly for the automotive, aerospace and mechanical engineering sectors, and consistently facilitate the development of tailored solutions in these areas. Our goal: to accelerate technological progress and make a relevant contribution to a sustainable future. We work on this every day – with around 14,000 employees at more than 50 sites worldwide.
We are supporting various customers worldwide in automotive electrical and electronics systems development. We are recruiting for a Battery Array Design & Release Engineer for our customer.
Position Overview/Description:
The role is for a Battery Array Design & Release Engineer with interest in battery technology. You will be responsible for design & release for battery array and interfacing with battery pack and vehicle teams to integrate the arrays for use in Plug-in Hybrid(PHEV) and Battery Electric (BEV) vehicles.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and release of future model High Voltage (HV) battery welded array modules by working with HV battery package engineers, suppliers, welding process engineers, and HV battery component engineers.
- Develop electrical, mechanical, and thermal interfaces and ensure package compatibility for module into HV Battery System
- Design or evaluate supplier design of specific module components using engineering techniques and knowledge of manufacturing process to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective design
- Work closely with other functions and global teams to meet package, performance, and attribute requirements for HV Battery Array System.
- Complete Design and Release activities including release HV Battery array in WERS, Validation, Issues management, Quality Document Development, and delivery
- Interface to adjacent teams including HV Battery unit team, HV Battery manufacturing team, and HV Battery cell team, HV Battery Testing team, Supplier Technical Assistance, and Purchasing.
- Support battery localization activities
- Awareness of and compliance with high-voltage safety practices.
What you bring along:
Job Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering Discipline (or equivalent)
- Experience in Design and Release roles in Body and Structural design or similar preferred
- Knowledge of current hybrid technologies/ battery / power electronics and components desirable but not essential
- Demonstrated ability to plan and execute technically challenging projects working cross functionally.
- Working knowledge of:
- CAD
- Product development processes
- Managing engineering deliverables
- Vehicle Bill of Material tracking and reporting
- Financial control and reporting
- Electrified powertrain key components and systems
- Demonstrable experience of working independently.
- Ability to quickly obtain and grow knowledge in a rapidly developing technology.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated with excellent team building and leadership skills
- Must have valid UK or EU driving license & willingness to travel as needed
- Has an enthusiasm for electrification with awareness of other vehicle area requirements and the integration conflicts that they present to deliver a vehicle level solution that meets all attributes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of battery test equipment (cyclers, thermal chambers, chillers)
- High Voltage Safety Training
Position is confirmed inside IR35. Successful candidates need to be eligible to work in the UK.
What we offer:
An interesting and varied role with an expanding international company, recognised for its industry expertise
Company culture supporting teamwork and creativity
Contact:
Heidi Williams
Tel.: 01268564300
Contact:
Heidi Williams
Tel.: 01268564300