Advanced Cell Engineer (Battery)

Location: Warren, Michigan, United States. Hybrid role requiring attendance at the specified location at least three times per week. The role may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops vehicles, battery systems, software, safety features, and other mobility technologies focused on zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Design and lay out lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery cell components, including cathodes, anodes, separators, and electrolytes.
• Develop and optimize electrical, thermal, and mechanical cell performance requirements.
• Manage Pre-A and A sample development, testing, validation, and component analysis.
• Apply Design for Six Sigma, robust design, reliability, optimization, statistical, and process-control methods.
• Use empirical data, virtual simulations, finite element analysis, machine learning, and analytical tools to assess performance, cost, and design sensitivity.
• Coordinate cell-to-pack integration, requirements allocation, risk management, cost innovation, supplier collaboration, and cross-functional project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, electrochemical, materials, or related engineering.
• At least 2 years of relevant engineering experience in product development, design release, project management, or supplier collaboration.
• Knowledge of lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery technologies, energy storage systems, vehicle electrification, and material characterization.
• Experience with requirements development, mechanical CAE tools, CAD manipulation, statistical tools, and process-control methods.
• Experience managing complex projects and cross-functional teams, preparing technical documents, and working independently with accountability.
• Must be able to work in the United States without current or future GM immigration sponsorship. Chemical handling, laboratory safety, and industrial workplace hazard awareness are required.

Nice to have

• Master’s or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Battery cell mechanical testing and validation experience.
• Proficiency with Matlab, Simulink, or Python.
• Knowledge of cell manufacturing, industrial chemical processing, automotive subsystems, electric vehicle standards, CFD, or FEA.
• Battery supply-base experience and cell quality, manufacturing, or product assurance planning skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site collaboration.
• Potential eligibility for relocation benefits.
• Total rewards and well-being benefits supporting employees at work and at home.
• Inclusive workplace focused on belonging, safety, and equitable employment practices.

Hiring process

• Applicants may complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screening where applicable.