Cell Design Innovation Engineer

We areseekinga highly skilled and innovative Battery Cell Engineer to joinour innovationteam. AsCell DesignTechnical Leader, you will play a pivotal role in the internal cell design fornext generationdisruptivetechnologybattery cells. You willbe responsible fordesigning,specifying,prototypingand testing battery cells, as well asoptimizingtheir performance for automotive applications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute tothe advancements ofStellantiselectrification efforts.

MISSION:

• Assess the disruptive technologies in cell electrochemistry for automotiveapplicationfromtechnicalperformancepoints of view.
• Lead relationships with different partners (academics, startups, cell manufacturers, material providers)
• Buildanddisseminatethe mid and long terms roadmaps for cell electrochemistrytechnologies and designs.

ACTIVITIES:

• To understand, capitalize anddisseminatethe fundamentals of celldisruptivechemistryand various disruptivedesigns.
• To scout, analyze and assess promisingdisruptivetechnologies or concepts from various sources via contracts or investment strategies (press, media, scientific publications, congress, ventures, direct contacts with suppliers,startupsor academic partners).
• To evaluate internal cell design, new cell materials & processuswithdedicatedexperimental and/or numerical methodologies and tools, forDisruptivetechnologies.
• Thanksto the Technology Readiness Level (TRL)evaluations withrequiringperformancesassessment in virtual testing of proposed cells, including cost & LCA assessments.To process the TRL gates and deliver on time.
• To build a set of requirements for an external cell maker, forDisruptivecells products and related processes.
• To leada multi-skilledteamon a givencellengineeringsystem(coordination & synthesis)according tocell design,integrationandvalidation.
• Toparticipatetoinnovativeprojects thatgathersall skills to design innovative cell designs.
• To support and/orparticipateto cell prototyping
• To exchange andvalidateresults with technical advanced and core teams,expertisenetworkand project stakeholders.
• To arbitrate decisions onrelativeperimeterandtoescalate major gaps that require higher level arbitration.
• Toparticipatetomid andlong-termroadmaps for cell electrochemistryin accordance withthe internalexpertisenetworks.
• Design tool and models for cell internal design and related newDisruptivetechnologies assessment.Tocapitalizetools,modelsand methods with team partners.
• Writescientific papers and patents.
• Manage partner relationships.
• Propose and execute contracts with industrial and academic partners.
• To supervise PhDstudent,apprenticeand/orintern.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• CellTRLassessment(performances, product & process, safety,LCAand cost).
• Celldesign &associatedperformancesevaluation.
• Technologies roadmapswithtiers #1 and #2partner screenings.
• To leada multi-skilledteamon a givencellengineeringsystem(coordination & synthesis)according tocell design,integrationandvalidation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Materials Engineeringor Electrochemistry
• A minimum of 5years’ experience in Research or Advanced Engineering area
• Proven experience in electrochemistry modelingand cell internal design tools
• Experience inDisruptivecell technologies.
• Experiencein providingtechnical guidance and direction during supplier technical reviews.
• Proven experience in designing and building lithium-ion battery materials and electrodes.
• Excellent interpersonalskillto work ina cross-functional and multi-cultural team environment.
• Fluent in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Materials Engineering or Electrochemistry

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.