Cell Modeling Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

About The Role

Archer is seeking a motivated cell modeling engineer so that we can develop some of the most accurate cell models in the industry. As a member of the Battery Cell Engineering team, you will be responsible for the development, validation, and maintenance of models that describe the electrical behavior of cells over their operational life.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and optimize equivalent circuit models that accurately describe cell electrical behavior over a wide variety of operational conditions and over life.
• Develop models that characterize and predict cell aging and degradation.
• Write test plans to parameterize cell models and validate model accuracy.
• Develop and maintain cell test databases and data pipelines.
• Work cross-functionally with BMS and vehicle simulation teams to identify and close gaps in model accuracy or implementation.

What You Need

• MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or similar
• Experience developing battery cell electrical models
• Experience characterizing and describing degradation of battery cells
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Python
• Experience with battery cell testing and data analysis
• A product-oriented approach and understanding of how your work impacts vehicle performance
• Excellent communication skills

Bonus Qualifications

• An understanding of the construction and design of commercial lithium-ion battery cells
• Experience with high voltage battery design for EVs, aerospace, or similar applications
• Familiarity with Arbin battery cyclers

At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $110,000 - $155,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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