Microsoft · 1 week ago
Battery Engineering IC4
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
5+ years expMicrosoft is looking for a talented individual to join the Battery team to design leading edge battery packs. As a Battery Modeling Engineer, you will lead the development and application of physics-based and data-driven battery modeling/simulation capabilities to enable simulation-driven design decisions and support algorithm development.
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Responsibilities
Develop physics-based (SPM, P2D, etc.) and/or data-driven battery models using internal data and collaboration with external partners
Develop and translate aging modes/mechanisms into new and existing models
Create and oversee testing/DoEs to parameterize models and validate model performance
Apply developed models to improve engineering processes, workflows, and designs - supporting cross-team usage
Define future simulation/modeling capabilities and strategy
Technical lead, expert, and point of contact on battery simulation/modeling capabilities and solutions
Defining and guiding next generation battery data analytics
Qualification
Required
Doctorate in Chemistry (Electrical), Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering AND 1+ year(s) experience working with batteries manufactured overseas, testing characterization screenings, lithium-ion battery component development or implementation, running battery tests, and product design (e.g., consumer electronics)
OR Master's Degree in Chemistry (Electrical), Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering AND 5+ years experience working with batteries manufactured overseas, testing characterization screenings, lithium-ion battery component development or implementation, running battery tests, and product design (e.g., consumer electronics)
OR Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry (Electrical), Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Chemical Engineering AND 7+ years experience working with batteries manufactured overseas, testing characterization screenings, lithium-ion battery component development or implementation, running battery tests, and product design (e.g., consumer electronics)
OR equivalent experience
Willing to relocate to Redmond, WA
Preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in battery modeling and analytics, with a strong foundation in electrochemistry and thermal dynamics
Expertise in li-ion battery physics-based (SPM, P2D, etc.) and data-driven/machine learning approaches using tools such as PyBamm, COMSOL, GT Suite, Simulink, and 3D FEA simulations
Skilled in modeling from cell-level to pack-level, including thermal and aging analysis, and building scalable data pipelines leveraging Azure tools (Microsoft Fabric, Data Factory, Synapse, Power BI)
Proficient in Python for scripting, automation, data manipulation, and automating analysis of large datasets
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent expertise
Deep curiosity for machine learning and AI to accelerate understanding of battery behavior
Familiar with emerging battery technologies for consumer electronics and high-volume supply chains, including collaboration with overseas suppliers
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a passion for applying data-driven insights to battery design
Collaborative team player with experience in cross-functional projects and technical discussions to enhance battery design and manufacturing
Benefits
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Company
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