Principal Lithium Product Engineer

EnerSys
United States, South Carolina, Greenville
Nov 28, 2024
EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products. Job Purpose As a Principal Lithium Product Engineer, you will lead strategic initiatives to advance lithium-ion cell technology, driving innovation across research, development, and production processes. This role involves high-level technical leadership, mentoring, and the ability to influence the direction of the organization's product strategy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Research & Development: Provide visionary leadership in the discovery and integration of next-generation materials, designs, and manufacturing processes for lithium-ion cells. Testing & Evaluation: Oversee the entire testing and validation process for lithium-ion cells, ensuring the highest standards of performance and safety. Collaboration: Collaborate with senior leadership, product development, and manufacturing teams to align technology roadmaps and product strategies with business goals. Documentation & Reporting: Direct the creation of in-depth technical reports, patents, and other high-level documentation that supports company IP and strategic direction. Quality Assurance: Lead the development of industry-leading quality assurance protocols to ensure all lithium-ion cells exceed regulatory and performance standards. Project Management: Manage large-scale, high-visibility projects, providing strategic oversight, budgeting, and resource management. Continuous Improvement: Drive the continuous improvement of engineering practices, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation across the organization. Position Location The location for this position is still being finalized. It will be based in either Greenville, SC or Columbia, SC. Travel Expectations There will be 50% travel for the first year of employment and 25% travel after year one on an ongoing basis. You must be able to travel both domestically and internationally. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent); PhD preferred. 10+ years of experience in lithium-ion cell design, with a proven track record of leading advanced R&D initiatives. Deep expertise in electro-chemical systems, cell architecture, and manufacturing technologies. Extensive experience in leadership roles, with the ability to influence and drive large-scale technical initiatives. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and industry standards (UN/DOT, IEC, ISO). Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills. General Job Requirements Generic EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled Know Your Rights Know Your Rights (Spanish) EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination