Senior Product Engineer

The Senior Product Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, release, and validation of lithium-ion battery modules and packs for automotive applications. This role works closely with cross-functional teams, including product development engineering, suppliers, test engineering, prototype technicians, customers, program management, and operations, to deliver products that meet or exceed technical and business objectives.This position requires the ability to read and interpret technical instructions and follow established procedures. The role operates in a temperature-controlled environment. Essential Functions:· Lead requirements reviews, test readiness reviews, and design reviews to ensure products meet all stakeholder requirements.· Drive compliance with customer requirements and maintain compliance matrices throughout the product development lifecycle.· Manage changes to requirements, perform impact analyses, and support program management in tracking scope changes.· Support cross-functional engineering teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and BMS) to complete product design, validation, and release.· Direct the creation and maintenance of models, drawings, electrical schematics, PCBA layouts, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) in a revision-controlled environment throughout development and production launch.· Ensure consistent methodologies are used to define critical characteristics and inspection criteria for components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.· Create and release assembly and functional test specifications for battery systems and subsystems.· Support supplier evaluation and selection activities.· Create, support, and maintain DFMEAs and DVPRs documentation.· Manage prototype development, design validation, and production validation testing activities.· Collaborate with Business Development to define product requirements and obtain customer approvals.· Drive closed-loop resolution of issues to prevent recurrence, mitigate risk, and support continuous improvement.· Develop cost and timing estimates for proposals related to cell, module, and pack development and validation.· Perform work in a manner that prevents errors and omissions.· Provide advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.· Meet team targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).· Follow all safety guidelines and maintain safe work practices.· Maintain consistent physical presence on the job as required.· Perform other duties as assigned by management.· Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements - Refer to department specific competency matrixManagement Responsibilities: · May supervise one to two direct reports within a product line-focused product development team.Minimum (Required) Qualifications:Education and Experience· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Systems Engineering).· Minimum of seven years of product development experience, including design release to production within a phase-gate project environment.· Minimum of three years of experience in battery system development.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities· Experience in battery system product development.· Demonstrated ability to lead, direct, and motivate a team.· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.· Experience leading the selection, validation, and integration of mechanical, electrical, and software components into end-user products.· Broad engineering knowledge across mechanical, electrical, systems, and industrial disciplines, with deep expertise in at least one area.· Strong understanding of battery management system (BMS) operating principles, including associated electrical hardware and software.· Practical experience using SolidWorks for design management and review.· Experience designing structural components using manufacturing processes such as molding, casting, machining, and additive manufacturing.· Experience performing DFMEA and DVPR for electrical and mechanical systems.· Experience with root cause analysis and/or Design for Six Sigma methodologies.· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

· Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Systems Engineering.· Data analysis skills using Excel macros, Python, or MATLAB.· Experience in FEA, thermal, vibration, and shock analysis.· Ability to read electrical schematics and guide electrical system diagnostics.Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.