Director Of Battery Test Engineering

Cuberg builds high-performance energy solutions based on next-generation technology for the world’s most demanding battery applications. Cuberg technology, paired with the manufacturing excellence of parent company Northvolt, will help give rise to a new generation of mobility businesses and decarbonize hard-to-abate segments of the transportation industry.

Cuberg technology uses a lithium metal anode and proprietary liquid electrolyte to simultaneously solve the interlocking challenges of Battery performance and manufacturability. While incumbent battery technologies, such as lithium-ion, can be too heavy and low-performing for use in aircraft, Cuberg’s battery cells are lightweight and high-performance. The technology is also compatible with industry standard manufacturing methods, enabling scalability, reliability and traceability across the value chain.

Cuberg and Northvolt believe that complete electrification will require a revolutionary spirit and a practical mind. We won’t just design the world’s best batteries—we will ship them at scale.
The Role

In the Module and Pack Testing & Engineering group, we push battery systems to their limits and beyond using specialized equipment to apply electrical, mechanical, and thermal stresses. Our goal is to provide rapid feedback to inform designs early in development, by understanding how robust systems perform under abusive conditions. We accommodate external regulations but have a strong focus on internal requirements and testing to failure.The Head of Battery Module & Pack Test Engineering is an experienced leader of teams that will develop Test Equipment and methodologies for lithium metal battery cells, modules & packs and is comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic startup environment. We are looking for a manager to lead a team of engineers and technicians performing large-scale electrical, mechanical and thermally destructive tests. The ideal candidate is not only an effective people manager but is technically excellent and will contribute directly to testing and analysis. Due to the destructive nature of the thermally destructive tests, a strong emphasis on safety is essential. Success in this role requires flawless execution of complex tests and the distillation of results into subject matter knowledge to inform future battery designs.As a leader of Cuberg’s Test Engineering team, you will manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians to balance the efficiency of test channel utilization and safety with a rapid pace of R&D progress in lithium metal batteries and battery modules with liquid electrolytes. Prior experience managing a technical team to achieve ambitious milestones is required to be successful in this role.

The ideal candidate has expertise in managing and growing Battery Test infrastructure and teams in a complex R&D environment. A consistent focus on data quality and test safety is key. This position is a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of technology innovation, growing an advanced-materials startup into a flourishing business.

Join us in building the future of energy.

Requirements

• R&D Cell Testing
  • Establishing engineering improvements, mechanical, thermal, data traceability, correlate R&D experiments
  • Lead a team of engineers and technicians to design, optimize, and implement test processes and techniques in collaboration with R&D
  • Manage all aspects of Battery Testing, including cell scheduling, cell formation, cell cycling, cell monitoring, test protocol deployment, setup test data pipeline to engineering database.
• Module & Pack Testing - Electrical, performance and Safety testing
  • Liaise and manage external 3rd party testhouses that complement our internal capabilities.
  • Own the design construction and commissioning of infrastructure needed to facilitate internal electrical and safety testing.
• Manage 5-10 engineers and technicians, maintaining strong relationships with cross-functional teams, and
• Motivate and inspire direct reports to deliver impactful results through thoughtful strategic and professional goal setting, teamwork, attentive support for professional development, and regular delivery of compassionate feedback
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure business priorities are effectively translated into impactful Test Engineering goals; communicate priorities to Staff; and guide the design of project plans that ensure on-time execution of deliverables.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and cleanliness within the team and lab
• Promote a culture of safety by identifying and mitigating risks, even as we push energy storage systems beyond their limits; Ensure tests are conducted safely, correctly, and efficiently

• Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent in relevant experience
• 10+ years Experience in high voltage, high power testing for battery packs and modules
• Experience with thermal, mechanical and electrical safety testing of batteries /modules
• Grid interconnection background is a plus
• 8+ years of leadership experience, experience growing and leading technical teams
• Experience growing complex, multidisciplinary teams with demonstrated success managing a team of scientists or engineers to achieve measurable test development outcomes.
• Deep data engineering background and recent experience in Test Engineering for energy storage devices.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to help you and your family build a healthy and secure future.

• Generous stock options
• Group health benefits that provide strong support for employee well-being and preventative care, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and flexible savings account plans
• A retirement program that helps build future financial security through both traditional and Roth 401(k) options with employer matching
• Generous paid time off plans to renew and refresh through vacation, personal leave, holidays, and parental leave

The target US compensation range for this full-time position is $157,000-$215,000 + equity + benefits. Compensation ranges are determined by level, role and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire total cash compensation (base + bonus), individual pay is determined by additional factors including relevant job-related skills, experience and additional factors. Your recruiter will be happy to share more about about the salary range during your hiring process