Job Description:INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our electrical engineering teams. Our Engineering Team is responsible for giving life to the batteries, motors, and electronics that power solutions changing the lives of our users. Every developmental phase of these critical components happens in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in engineering resources to design and develop leadership in battery capabilities; something unique within the industry. We're pushing the limits in battery engineering, design, and testing capabilities.
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We're just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE.
A Sr. Battery Cell Engineer will lead the development of cells and testing to support the needs of a global Li-Ion battery business in the areas of new product development, technology development, warranty analysis, and supplier quality management. Major responsibilities include development of cell specifications, supporting supplier qualifications, executing new product development projects, supporting the development of technology roadmaps, supporting advanced quality initiatives, and performing cell testing and analysis. This includes working in a collaborative team environment with marketing, project management, quality, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, agency/safety teams, and global manufacturing operations.
You'll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:- Perform analytical services including TGA/DSC polymer analysis, GC-MS electrolyte analysis, SEM/EDS particle analysis, visual image capture, cell subsystem testing, and live cell teardown analysis.
- Drive best-in-class product performance within cell supply base by defining next generation cell specifications, critiquing supplier designs and processes, and driving strategic corrective actions and continuous improvements.
- Support negotiations and relationship management with cell suppliers on key areas of cell qualification, critical quality issues, and product roadmaps.
- Establish and maintain an archive of product specifications, performance data, and product information for broad use within the organization.
What TOOLS you'll bring with you:- Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry and chemical engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in battery or charging system design or related work experience.
- Strong understanding of Li-Ion battery system design, test methods, controls, and architectures.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, exercises independent judgement and works well under pressure in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to travel 10% of the time (domestic and international).
Other TOOLS we prefer you to have:- Master's degree in chemistry, electrochemistry, or similar field required.
- Knowledge of materials used in Lithium ion cell industry for cathode, anode, separator etc.
- Experience with using SEM/EDS, TGA/DSC, GC-MS, XRD, FTIR, EIS, glovebox, cycle life testers and abuse testing is preferred.
- Knowledge of emerging battery chemistries is preferred.
- Highly motivated self-driver with a never settle, always improving attitude.
- A passion for driving cell development efforts with suppliers and
- Ability to travel up to 10% (domestic and International).
We provide these great perks and benefits:- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
- Education assistance.
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.
- And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
