Battery Cell Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Battery Cell Engineer (Automotive): Managing the full lifecycle of battery cell technology, from benchmarking and selection to validation and failure analysis for vehicle applications. Focus on driving technical decisions, supplier coordination, and ensuring high-quality cell integration within complex automotive systems.

Location: Must be based in Wuxi, Jiangsu, China

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in construction and mining equipment, dedicated to building sustainable communities and innovative engineering solutions.

What you will do

• Conduct research on cell technology roadmaps, including NCM, LFP, and condensed-state batteries.
• Perform multi-supplier cell benchmarking, risk assessments, and selection for vehicle projects.
• Plan and execute verification of electrical performance, safety, and lifecycle for battery cells.
• Coordinate with BMS, thermal management, and pack structure teams to ensure optimal integration.
• Manage supplier technical relationships, including specification reviews and quality issue rectification.
• Perform root cause analysis for cell abnormalities using 8D/5Why methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrochemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in battery technology.
• Deep expertise in mainstream cell systems (ternary, LFP) and their application characteristics.
• Strong knowledge of automotive development processes including APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
• Proven experience in vehicle-level failure analysis and supplier technical management.
• Ability to independently lead technical decision-making across multiple projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in engineering and innovation.
• Collaborative environment focused on sustainable community development.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment and professional growth.