Manager, Advanced SW, Analytics, and Cell - Multiple Openings

Job Summary

The Manager, Advanced Software, Analytics, and Cell manages a skilled team of analysts and engineers who are in development of battery models, as well as creating and maintaining web applications for data processing, analysis, and visualization for American Battery Solutions (ABS) data sets. Key responsibilities involve guiding the development of writing testing scripts for 24/7 cell testing operations, collecting and analyzing test data, and effectively communicating results to both internal and external customers. This position will lead efforts to develop and optimize equivalent circuit, physical, and machine learning models for battery testing validation and life prediction. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope is essential, ensuring scalable and efficient back-end systems and high-performance front-end components.

This role is pivotal in empowering and managing a team supporting cell validation, lifetime analysis, and maintaining cutting-edge data & analytics & modeling & intelligence platforms, thereby contributing to the overall success of ABS.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the evaluation of performance for internal and external lithium-ion cells by directing test plan execution, statistically analyzing the subsequent test data, publishing testing reports, and communicating the test data in accordance with program timing.
• Lead the development of web applications for internal and customer-facing data analytics and visualization using modern web technologies.
• Manage the development of equivalent circuit, physical, and machine learning models related to batteries for battery testing validation, battery life prediction, and Battery Management Systems (BMS).
• Oversee the development of additional AI applications and tools to enhance efficiency for all colleagues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including validation engineers, system engineers, and battery testing engineers, to gather requirements and define project scope.
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of scalable, efficient, and reliable back-end systems that support data processing and analysis for both internal and external users.
• Direct the development and optimization of front-end components for high-performance data visualization, ensuring a seamless user experience for all stakeholders.
• Supervise the writing of clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and industry standards.
• Interface with BMS team to relay cell information for State-of-Charge model and State-of-Health model development.
• Develop testing methods by studying internal and external customer requirements and researching test literature.
• Abides by safety standards and protocols.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or a related engineering field of study.

Experience: Three (3) years in the position above or in a related engineering role;

Experience must include:

1. Lithium-ion battery testing, battery modeling, and software application development;

2. Operating and maintaining battery charge/discharge testing equipment and

environmental chamber equipment; and

3. Data processing and statistical analysis with lithium-ion test data.

Key Competencies

• Mission, Vision, Values: Understands and actively supports the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.
• Assertiveness: Maintaining a position when you know you are right; standing up to others and expressing views without fear or for approval and without engaging in unnecessary aggression.
• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
• May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.
• Ability to successfully complete position specific pre-placement.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 3 weeks vacation, up to 72 hours sick, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. ("ABS") is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu's 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business.


As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of South-East Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township has more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you'll be at the center of it here!

AMERICAN BATTERY SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.