Battery Materials Engineer

This position is responsible for the development and release of bulk materials utilized in Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Battery Pack Cells and Arrays. Additionally, the materials engineer works with the vehicle teams and core engineering to resolve material compatibility, warranty, production, and processing problems encountered during the life of a components or assembly. The emphasis is on teamwork with Ford engineering, material suppliers, purchasing, laboratory engineers, other materials engineers and manufacturing plant personnel.

Primary Responsibilities

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  Demonstrate exemplary Ford OS behaviors - Excellence, Focus, and Collaboration

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  Develop and manage materials engineering foundation documents and update for prevent recurrence:

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  Material and Performance Specifications, Approved Source List and Ford Laboratory Test Methods

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  Facilitate Toxicology Reviews of Bulk Chemicals utilized at the battery manufacturing plants

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  Support development material FEDE requirements and Design Rules

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  Ability to describe the operating environment in which the components/systems function.

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  Ability to describe the compatibility of the basic materials within the Ford manufacturing and processing environment including Tier 1 suppliers.

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  Review and signoff on engineering drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs) in TeamCenter (TCe).

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  Review and signoff on Design Verification/Product Validation (DV/PV) plans and part performance test reports.

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  Provide root cause analysis, materials and process expertise to support resolution for manufacturing, and field issues by collaborating with Engineering, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), Program Vehicle Team (PVT), Purchasing and Research. Initiate lab requests as required.

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  Support manufacturing site assessments, process development and issue resolution.

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  Collaborate with the core engineering functions to develop/update test methods for improved field correlation and prevent recurrence.

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  Support material cost reduction initiatives.

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  Support process innovations (collaborate with suppliers and Research).

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  Approving and releasing new technology materials that lower cost, reduce weight, improve quality or contribute to Ford Motor Co. sustainability targets.

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  Supporting CAE, virtual weight, and thermal modeling activities with qualified material data.

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  Participating in Materials Engineering Department training events and committees.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science & Engineering, Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering

• Complete proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills

• Possess strong leadership skills, self-motivated and self-driven

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Materials or Chemical Engineering in Batteries, Bulk Chemicals, Sealer & Adhesives, and Thermal Interface Materials

• Knowledge of dispensable bulk material manufacturing processes used in automotive applications

• Knowledge of industry test methods

• Knowledge of corporate tools (MATS, MSC, GMAP, FEDE, & TeamCenter)

Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position (specify and provide % of time required)

• Lifting: Test parts up to 50 lbs, 25%

• Climbing: NA

• Crawling: NA

• Special clothing/equipment (wearing): Slip resistant hardened toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection in designated areas, 100%

• Unusual physical requirements: Sitting (75%), Standing (50%), Bending (25%), stooping (25%)

• High noise level: High noise in some work areas, requiring use of hearing protection, 25%

• Other: NA

Description of Work Environment (specify and provide % of time required)

• Inside? Outside? Combination? Where?: Inside, office environment, test facility, 100%

• Extreme (hot/cold) temperatures involved: NA

• Hazardous conditions - What are they?: Exposure to test equipment, 25%

• Travel/transportation requirements: May require occasional local travel, 25%

• Other: NA

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks (specify and provide % of time required)

• Office equipment/machines electrically/battery operated - which?: Computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, 100%

• Vehicles, forklifts, etc. operated which?: NA

• Tools used in trade - which ones?: Occasional use of hand tools, 25%

• Other: NA

Criticality of Attendance (specify and provide % of time required)

• Overtime, regular days, off days: Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 4:00 PM but must be able to support our flexible test schedule into other shifts and/or weekends

• Shift, 1st, 2nd, 3rd: Day shift

• Necessity for regular attendance: Critical

• Urgency for punctuality: Critical

• Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday-Friday. Regular attendance of scheduled hours is extremely important. Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary. Must have flexibility of work afternoons to cover weekend testing requirements.

Other Essential Functions (List other essential functions here.)

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, health performance evaluation, PHMV exam and background check.

Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times when dealing with customers, management and co-workers. Must have clear, concise and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to self or others . Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner. Dependable personal transportation to work site is required.