Senior or Principal Engineer – Battery System Engineering

You will be joining a world-leading technology company at their R&D site in Nuremberg.

We are looking for a Battery System Engineering expert to drive innovation in energy storage solutions. This role focuses on next-generation battery technologies, hybrid energy storage systems, and advanced battery management strategies, with an emphasis on European market applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop cutting-edge battery energy storage solutions, integrating novel cooling methods and advanced power electronics.
• Provide expertise in battery management systems, including state estimation and monitoring techniques.
• Analyze market trends and technical requirements for stationary energy storage in residential, commercial, and utility-scale applications.
• Model and simulate battery systems, considering electrical, thermal, and aging behaviors.
• Assess hybrid energy storage solutions for high-power and long-duration applications.
• Optimize battery system performance using simulation-based analyses of real-world operating conditions and fault scenarios.
• Collaborate with European universities and research institutions to foster innovation and long-term partnerships.
• Work closely with global R&D and product teams to align technical strategies.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Control Science, Electrochemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in battery energy storage systems, with a deep understanding of technology challenges and market demands.
• Proven research background, including publications in battery modeling, energy management, or application studies.
• Strong leadership experience in managing research or engineering teams.
• Established connections with top European research institutions.
• Willingness to travel across Europe and China.
• Fluent in English and German; additional European or Chinese language skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication and adaptability in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Relocation Package
• Lunch Vouchers
• Equipment (laptop, etc.)