Sr Engineer, Battery Cell Modeling

Lucid Motors is seeking a Sr Engineer for Battery Cell Modeling in Newark, NJ. The role involves developing multiphysics models of lithium-ion batteries, predicting their thermal and electrochemical performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in battery modeling. The position requires creativity, analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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We are currently seeking Battery Modeling Engineers, senior levels or above, to develop Multiphysics model can predict thermal and electrochemical performance. Senior level candidates with solid multi-dimensional Multiphysics battery model background, and technical specialist level candidates with broader modeling and experimental validation skill sets are both encouraged to apply.

This position requires a creative and analytical mindset with experience in modeling lithium-ion batteries. A successful candidate should be a quick learner and detailed oriented. This position will be expected to possess the ability to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

The Role
• Develop Multiphysics models of lithium-ion batteries under extreme operating conditions based on cell structure, electrochemistry knowledge, and test.
• Develop multi-dimensional battery models to predict cell behavior including but not necessarily limited to heat flux, electrochemical and thermal response, and safety related performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional team to optimize cell design by predicting thermal and electrochemical performances under extreme conditions with given design space.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and maintain your model
• Review academic papers and provide insight summary for team members
• Work with intellectual property team to patent your inventions

Qualifications
• MS with over 5 years of industrial experience or PhD degree in EE, ME, CS, Math, Physics, Chemistry, Materials
• Fundamental knowledge of commercial Li-ion cell structure and electrochemical/thermal behavior
• Experienced in creating multi-dimensional structure and run CFD models for electrochemical/thermal systems.
• Familiar with battery testing equipment and test protocol
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude
• Comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects

Preferred
• Experienced in CFD model package (e.g. Ansys Fluent) other than COMSOL for battery simulation
• Experience in modeling of mechanical structure of the cylindrical or prismatic battery cell.
• Experienced in thermal test using the battery cell/module/pack
• Experienced in thermal runaway and propagation simulation
• Fluency in other programming languages such as python, C, or MATLAB.

Education:

· PhD, or Masters with 3+ years of relevant work experience, or

· Bachelors with 5+ years of relevant work experience

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$140,000 - $192,500 USD

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