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Re:Build Manufacturing · 2 months ago

Director of Electrical Engineer, Battery Pack Systems

New Kensington, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Re:Build Manufacturing is a rapidly growing family of industrial businesses focused on revitalizing the U.S. manufacturing base. As the Director of Engineering for Battery Pack Systems, you will lead the technical direction for battery pack design and development, ensuring world-class performance and safety across various sectors.

IndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Set and drive the engineering strategy for Re:Build’s battery pack programs, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with business objectives

Build, mentor, and develop a cross-disciplinary team of engineers (mechanical, electrical, systems). Foster a collaborative culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Oversee the design and development of lithium-ion battery packs and modules across multiple programs and industries. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification

Collaborate with program management, procurement, manufacturing, thermal/mechanical engineering, electrical/BMS teams, and software groups to deliver integrated battery solutions

Represent Re:Build in technical discussions with customers and business partners. Present high-quality technical results, design reviews, and recommendations to senior team members

Stay ahead of emerging technologies and regulatory requirements. Guide adoption of new tools, processes, and materials that enhance performance, safety, and manufacturability

Ensure all battery designs comply with applicable industry standards, certifications, and safety regulations (UL, ISO, SAE, IEC, etc.)

Anticipate technical risks and develop mitigation strategies. Lead the engineering response to organizational changes such as acquisitions or program pivots

Oversee development of supporting materials (BOMs, assembly procedures, installation guides) and ensure quality engineering documentation

Qualification

Battery pack engineeringLithium-ion battery systemsTechnical leadershipEngineering tools (CAD)Regulatory standards knowledgeChange managementProject management certificationMathematical modelingExceptional communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (required)

10+ years of experience in engineering with a strong focus on lithium-ion battery pack or related systems

5+ years of technical leadership or management experience, including building and developing engineering teams

Proven track record of leading the design, development, and testing of battery systems for electrified propulsion or stationary storage

Deep knowledge of battery pack architecture, design principles, and system integration (mechanical, electrical, thermal, and BMS)

Proficiency with engineering tools (CAD such as CATIA or SolidWorks, electrical layout/analysis software, or equivalent)

Familiarity with regulatory standards (UL, IEC, ISO, SAE) and certification processes

Strong ability to set vision, align teams, and drive execution

Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) with ability to convey complex technical information to executives, customers, and cross-functional teams

Demonstrated success in managing change, risk, and competing priorities in fast-paced environments

Experience with BMS software and control algorithms, and/or advanced thermal/mechanical battery pack design

Background in mathematical modeling, simulation, or advanced battery testing

Project/program management certification or equivalent experience

Preferred

Master's or Ph.D

Benefits

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

Company

Re:Build Manufacturing

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.

Founded in 2020

Framingham, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees