Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Models, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Knowledge Transfer, MATLAB, Multitasking, Performance Analysis, Project Engineering, Propulsion, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Simulation, System Lifecycle, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Support, Test Design, Testing
Propulsion System Simulation Engineer - Battery / Energy Systems
Overview
We are seeking a Propulsion System Simulation Engineer to support advanced engineering programs through detailed modeling and simulation of battery and energy storage systems. This role focuses on analyzing system performance, including discharge behavior, durability, and charging characteristics, to inform design and testing decisions.
This is a hybrid position offering a balance of independent technical work and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced engineering environment.
Work Schedule & Environment
- Hybrid schedule (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
- Standard business hours with flexibility to support early start times as needed
- Collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct simulations of battery and propulsion systems, including:
- Discharge performance
- Charging behavior
- System durability and lifecycle analysis
- Analyze simulation results and recommend next steps to support engineering and testing decisions
- Track simulation outputs, assumptions, and action items for ongoing program support
- Manage and prioritize simulation workload across multiple projects
- Collaborate with engineering, validation, and design teams to integrate simulation insights
- Maintain detailed documentation of simulation models, inputs, and results
- Support continuous improvement of simulation methodologies and workflows
- Ensure simulations align with project timelines and engineering standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in:
- Battery systems
- Energy storage
- Electric propulsion or similar simulation environments
Required Skills
- Proficiency in simulation tools such as:
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Python or equivalent modeling tools
- Strong understanding of battery system performance, including charging, discharge, and durability
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and drive decisions
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with battery pack modeling or electric propulsion systems
- Knowledge of battery cell, module, and pack-level electrical and thermal behavior
- Experience with simulation workflows related to:
- Fast charging (DCFC)
- Discharge profiling
- Durability modeling
- Experience managing simulation workloads across multiple programs
- Ability to support knowledge transfer and documentation for ongoing engineering efforts
Core Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives
- Effective collaboration across engineering disciplines
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
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