Innovation Project Leader

Job description

Achieve the functional and dysfunctional design of innovative batteries to ensure the desired performance of the battery pack with a minimum safety with respect to an agreed planning with a cross functional synthesis with several skilled people. Assess the disruptive technologies in cell electrochemistry for automotive application from technical performance points of view. Lead relationships with different external partners (academics, startups, cell manufacturers, material providers).

Lead relationships and human resources coordination with different advanced and core teams with internal facilities. Lead and extend partnerships and internal facilities upgrade plan. Build and disseminate the mid and long terms roadmaps for cell electrochemistry technologies and designs.

ISSUES

To master and disseminate the process of functional and dysfunctional design of batteries by seeking unprecedented performance in terms of horsepower and energy To lead a project including several teams and skills to pass TRL and milestones according to the project planning. To capitalize and disseminate methods and models implemented within the PDT communities To summarize the balance sheets at the project level of performance and constraints of the addressed battery packs To evaluate the thermo-electric performance of a battery pack (horsepower, energy addressable under thermal environment) To evaluate battery pack cost To evaluate battery pack performance in stationary environment To evaluate battery pack Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)

POSITION ENVIRONMENT

To exchange and validate its results with technical teams, expertise network and project stakeholders To capitalize tools, models and methods with teams partners RESULTS TO BE PRODUCED: Technical assessments (TRL) and project Milestones Synthesis of the functional and dysfunctional designs for the battery pack Battery pack performance summary (horsepower and energy addressing) Models and control laws to assess performances TRL assessments including LCA assessments.

Cost analysis. Sets of requirements for external cell makers. Activity reports. External partnerships and internal facilities upgrade plans.

ACTIVITIES TO ACHIEVE RESULTS

Use battery pack system engineering to build functional and dysfunctional analyzes Facilitate a working team for design synthesis Cross functional synthesis with several skilled people Manage partners relationships. Gather and synthesize information from several sources. Process the TRL gates (including LCA and cost) and deliver in time.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Materials Engineering or Electrochemistry Engineering Minimum 8 years working experience in the battery energy storage area. Knowledge in battery pack design, electrochemistry, thermal management, battery cell, and electrical energy storage. Excellent interpersonal skill to work in cross functional and multi-cultural team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's in Materials Engineering or Electrochemistry Proven experience in electrochemistry Experience in current and/or advanced cell technologies. Experience to provide technical guidance and direction during supplier technical reviews. Proven experience in team leading or project management. Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance.

That's why we offer

17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursement Student loan refinancing programs 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.