Sr. Battery Management Engineer - Algorithm

What we do: 

Supernal has embarked on a mission to support the creation of groundbreaking Battery Technology, building an innovative, safe, balanced, and highly efficient energy storage solution for eVTOL aircraft. The Sr. Battery Management Engineer is responsible for creating the high-voltage battery management system. This role will work closely with hardware and software engineers from multi-functional teams.

What you can do:

• Develop requirements for different performance prediction algorithms
• Develop algorithms to estimate the State of Energy (SOE) and State of Power (SOP) of battery packs
• Verify models and algorithms using MIL, SIL, PIL, and HIL techniques at the battery pack level
• Verify model parameters for tracking and prediction algorithms against data collected during cell testing in a controlled environment
• Develop test strategies, models, and algorithms to eliminate issues early in the design phase
• Optimize the algorithm to work within real-time computer resource constraints, such as CPU cycles, memory, and power consumption
• Partner with PMO organization to implement build plan
• Up to 10% of domestic and international travel
• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required; Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred in Controls Systems (Emphasis in battery modeling and gauging)
• A minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated battery algorithm development experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
• Experience developing battery prediction algorithms like SOC, SOH, SOP, and SOE
• Experience in developing battery cell models (ECM, Particle, or other) for system simulation
• Experience in developing model parameter tracking algorithms
• Experienced in using advanced control techniques, such as EKF, state observers, machine learning, and multi-parameter optimization techniques, for algorithms
• Experience in modeling tools like MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Simscape, including MATLAB optimization toolboxes
• Understanding of rechargeable Li-Ion chemistries, their limitations, and control opportunities
• Knowledge of strong mathematical fundamentals to develop solutions to complex control problems
• Programming skills in languages like C and C++ for real-time applications
• Data analysis skills and scripting skills, preferably in Python, to process large volumes of data
• Familiarity with cell behavior due to load changes and thermal changes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive delivery of communication and follow up
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints

You may also be able to contribute:

• Experience in aviation with an understanding of DO-178C compliance for SW development preferred 

Last updated on Aug 20, 2024