Sr Battery DRE at Stable Auto

Troy, Michigan, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Electric Vehicles, Energy StorageIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
6+ years of HV battery design and release experience
Direct experience taking a battery from clean-sheet concept through production launch
Strong technical background in HV battery pack architecture, subsystem design, and materials engineering
Proven ability to independently assess, critique, and guide supplier-led designs
Demonstrated success in delivering complex supplier-developed components or systems
Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, and release processes
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
Willingness to travel to supplier and manufacturing sites
Preferred: Experience with next-generation pack concepts (cell-to-pack, structural batteries, advanced thermal integration)
Preferred: Familiarity with BMS integration, HV distribution, and functional safety (ISO 26262)
Preferred: Prior OEM or Tier-1 experience leading supplier-developed battery systems
Preferred: Strategic mindset with ability to translate program lessons into long-term product direction

Responsibilities

Serve as the internal technical authority for HV battery pack design, guiding suppliers and ensuring alignment with program, safety, and regulatory requirements
Critically evaluate supplier design proposals, material choices, and architecture decisions—providing independent engineering judgment to influence outcomes
Lead and oversee technical decisions related to HV battery architecture (fusing strategy, busbar design, service disconnects, safety interlocks, grounding)
Guide material selection for pack enclosures, structures, seals, thermal interfaces, and insulation systems
Collaborate with internal teams (systems, thermal, electrical, manufacturing, safety) to ensure seamless integration of the battery into the overall vehicle platform
Drive DFMEA reviews, DVP&R planning, and validation with suppliers, ensuring complete coverage of safety-critical areas
Represent the battery pack design in program-level reviews, clearly communicating risks, trade-offs, and status to leadership
Support supplier and manufacturing site activities, including build support, issue resolution, and launch readiness
Maintain ownership of the released design within PLM systems, ensuring traceability and configuration control
Contribute to long-term battery strategy, including technology scouting, architecture trade-offs, and design standards for future platforms

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Battery Pack DesignHV BatteryDFMEADVP&RSupplier ManagementFusing StrategyBusbar DesignThermal ManagementMaterial SelectionSafety InterlocksGroundingValidation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Sr Battery DRE role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, plus 6+ years of HV battery design and release experience, including direct experience taking a battery from clean-sheet concept through production launch.

What key technical skills are needed for this position?

Required skills include strong technical background in HV battery pack architecture, subsystem design, and materials engineering; proven ability to assess and guide supplier-led designs; and experience with DFMEA reviews, DVP&R planning, and validation.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Battery Design Release Engineer position?

A strong candidate has demonstrated success in delivering complex supplier-developed components or systems, experience with DFM, and the ability to contribute to long-term battery strategy with technology insights and architecture recommendations.

Stable Auto

Optimizes charging infrastructure for electric vehicle fleets

About Stable Auto

Stable Auto optimizes the charging infrastructure for electric vehicle (EV) fleets, catering to logistics companies, public transportation agencies, and corporate fleets transitioning to electric vehicles. The company provides advanced software and consulting services that utilize machine learning and operations research to help clients identify the best locations for charging stations, determine optimal charging times, and minimize both capital and operational expenditures. By simulating real-world fleet behaviors, Stable Auto delivers actionable insights that enhance performance and reduce costs. Their revenue model includes subscription fees for their software platform and consulting fees for tailored advisory services. The team consists of experts in machine learning, operations, and energy, enabling them to offer practical solutions that improve fleet management.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$18.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Consulting, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from established players like Shell may limit market share.

Low utilization rates of EV chargers threaten the profitability of infrastructure investments.

Rapid growth in public fast charging sites may reduce demand for consulting services.

Differentiation

Stable Auto uses machine learning to optimize EV fleet charging infrastructure.

The company offers customized solutions tailored to each client's specific needs.

Stable Auto's team includes experts from top companies and academic institutions.

Upsides

Partnerships with companies like Blink Charging enhance Stable Auto's market presence.

The rise of vehicle-to-grid technology offers new revenue streams for fleet operators.

AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime and maintenance costs for charging stations.

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