Battery Product & Remanufacturing Engineer

The Hybrid Geek is a growing automotive battery company specializing in the remanufacturing, distribution, and installation of hybrid and electric vehicle batteries. We provide reliable, cost-effective battery solutions to customers nationwide through our mobile installation network. As we continue expanding our product portfolio, we're investing in engineering and product development capabilities to support new vehicle applications and evolving battery technologies.

We're seeking a hands-on Battery Product & Remanufacturing Engineer to lead the technical development of new battery products, with an emphasis on reverse engineering OEM lithium-ion and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery systems.

About the Role

The Battery Product & Remanufacturing Engineer will be responsible for evaluating, reverse-engineering, developing, and validating automotive battery products for commercial remanufacturing. This position will play a critical role in expanding our product portfolio by identifying opportunities to remanufacture existing OEM battery systems and developing the technical processes required to bring those products into production. The ideal candidate is a resourceful, hands-on engineer who enjoys understanding how complex systems work, solving technical challenges, and translating engineering concepts into practical, repeatable manufacturing processes.

This is an opportunity to help establish and grow a dedicated engineering and product development function within an expanding automotive battery business.

Key Responsibilities

Battery Reverse Engineering & Product Development

• Disassemble, evaluate, and reverse-engineer OEM hybrid and electric vehicle battery assemblies to understand their construction, electrical architecture, components, and functionality.
• Evaluate the technical feasibility, safety, and commercial viability of remanufacturing new battery platforms.
• Develop remanufacturing processes for lithium-ion and NiMH battery systems, including component replacement, module evaluation, assembly, and testing.
• Identify opportunities to leverage common battery architectures and technologies across multiple vehicle applications.
• Support the development and commercialization of new battery SKUs in alignment with company growth objectives.
• Research emerging OEM battery technologies and identify opportunities for future product expansion.

Engineering, Testing & Validation

• Develop product specifications, engineering requirements, validation plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct electrical testing, performance evaluations, prototype development, and technical troubleshooting.
• Evaluate battery management systems (BMS), electrical interfaces, communication protocols, and vehicle compatibility.
• Perform failure analysis and identify potential reliability, safety, and performance concerns.
• Establish standardized testing procedures to ensure new products meet defined quality and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with external engineering partners on specialized testing equipment, diagnostic tools, and validation systems.

Manufacturing Readiness & Process Development

• Develop bills of materials (BOMs), technical specifications, engineering drawings, assembly procedures, and testing documentation.
• Translate engineering development activities into standardized, repeatable remanufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and manufacturing personnel to transition new products into production.
• Establish appropriate production testing requirements, quality checkpoints, and technical acceptance standards.
• Support initial production runs, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement necessary engineering improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve product manufacturability, component utilization, and remanufacturing costs.

Product Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Provide technical support for product failures, warranty investigations, and recurring performance concerns.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and recommend engineering improvements to address product-related defects.
• Evaluate alternative components, materials, and remanufacturing methods to improve reliability and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, product specifications, and revision histories.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives involving battery performance, testing accuracy, and product design.

Engineering Project Management & Collaboration

• Maintain a structured pipeline of new product development opportunities and engineering projects.
• Develop project timelines, technical milestones, resource requirements, and progress reports.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and leadership to support successful product launches.
• Provide technical guidance to production personnel and support knowledge transfer through documentation and training.
• Assist in evaluating external engineering resources, testing equipment, and technical investments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in battery engineering, automotive electrical systems, electronics remanufacturing, or related technical product development.
• Strong understanding of lithium-ion and/or NiMH battery technologies and their electrical characteristics.
• Experience with electrical diagnostics, battery testing, component evaluation, and technical troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and engineering specifications.
• Experience developing or improving technical products, manufacturing processes, or testing procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently on complex technical challenges.
• Ability to document engineering processes and communicate technical information effectively.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety practices, particularly those associated with high-voltage systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline. Equivalent relevant technical experience will be considered.
• Five or more years of relevant engineering or technical product development experience.
• Experience with hybrid or electric vehicle battery systems.
• Experience reverse-engineering OEM automotive components or developing remanufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with battery management systems, CAN communications, and automotive diagnostic protocols.
• Experience with product validation, failure analysis, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Experience supporting new product introductions from initial development through production release.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, BOM management, and ERP systems.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role will be measured by the ability to consistently develop and commercialize new battery products while maintaining strong engineering standards.

Key performance areas include:

• Successful development and production release of new battery SKUs.
• Achievement of approved product development milestones and launch schedules.
• Development of reusable remanufacturing processes across common battery platforms.
• Completion and accuracy of engineering documentation and technical specifications.
• Product validation performance and early-life product reliability.
• Achievement of approved product cost and manufacturability objectives.
• Effective transfer of new products and technical knowledge into manufacturing.

Why Join The Hybrid Geek?

You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the growth of an expanding automotive battery company. Rather than working on a narrow portion of a larger engineering program, you'll have meaningful ownership of the product development lifecycle, from evaluating OEM battery systems to seeing your work become commercially available products. You'll work closely with manufacturing and company leadership, help establish our engineering capabilities, and contribute to the development of reliable battery solutions for an evolving automotive market.

As the company grows, this position offers opportunities for increased technical responsibility and advancement into engineering and product development leadership.

Position Details

• Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
• Work Arrangement: On-Site
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Department: Engineering & Product Development
• Reports To: General Manager
• Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates, subject to company approval.
• Available company-sponsored employee benefits, with eligibility and plan details provided during the hiring process.
• Paid time off and company holidays in accordance with company policy.
• Opportunities for professional development, technical training, and career advancement.
• Opportunity to help establish and grow the company's engineering and product development function.

Apply Today

If you're a hands-on engineer who enjoys reverse engineering, solving complex technical problems, and developing products that make it into real-world production, we'd like to hear from you.

Join The Hybrid Geek and help expand the next generation of hybrid and electric vehicle battery solutions.