Electrification Material Technical Lead

Job Description

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The Role

Were looking for a Lead Materials Engineer with strong industry experience in materials science and automotive applications to drive materials innovation across a range of electrification propulsion this role youll lead material specification and roadmap development and make material selection decisions in close collaboration with a cross-functional team of materials engineers design release engineers VDDV testing labs and suppliers. A strong innovative mindset is key as youll be developing and implementing solutions to address materials challenges in electrification propulsion system.

What Youll Do (Responsibilities)

Leadership of material selection strategies writing material specifications trouble-shooting material related issues developing and approving new materials in support of the Battery Structural and Energy Management Materials Engineering teams. Own the design development testing and control of engineering projects where decisions are made within the limits of general practices and standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead material strategy and specification developmentfor applications in battery packs structural components and energy management systems.

• Author and maintain material specifications ensuring alignment with performance durability and regulatory requirements.

• Resolve complex material-related issues leveraging deep technical expertise and cross-functional collaboration.

• Drive the development and approval of new materials working closely with suppliers labs and internal stakeholders to align material choices with product development goals.

• Integrate materials engineering into standard work including BOMs eSORs ECR/EDR and quality documentation.

• Partner with design manufacturing and supplier teamsto implement cost-effective high-performance material solutions.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Champion innovation and proactivelydocument technical advancementsthrough invention disclosures patent filings trade secret protection and external publications.

• Mentor and develop other engineers fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Chemistry Materials Engineering Metallurgy Polymer Science or other related degree

• 10 years of relevant engineering experience

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solvecomplex and unconventional problems

• Deep knowledge ofmaterials in electrification propulsion system

• Proven ability tocollaborate across organizational boundariesto build alignment and drive results

• Demonstratedleadership through influence with a track record of guiding teams and initiatives

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master of Science or PhD in Engineering/Science

• 10 years of Materials Engineering

• Technical expertise in materials science and engineering with a proven record of external publications.

• Black Belt DFSS Certification

• Hands-on experience with the following automotive technologies

  • Materials Aluminum steel plastics/composites batteries adhesives and coatings

  • High voltage components

  • Materials failure analyses and tests

  • Propulsion battery pack design

  • Thermal management of high voltage assemblies

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