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Apprentice Fuel Cell Engineer Jobs in Detroit, MI

Toyota

Senior Scientist R&D

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$96K - $122K/yr

This role will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to develop advanced hydrocarbon membrane and ionomer materials for fuel cell and water electrolysis applications. The ...

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How much do apprentice fuel cell engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice fuel cell engineer in Detroit, MI is $21.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.12 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apprentice Fuel Cell Engineer vs Junior Mechanical Engineer?

AspectApprentice Fuel Cell EngineerJunior Mechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsRelevant technical diploma or degree, basic understanding of fuel cell technologyBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, manufacturing plantsDesign offices, manufacturing sites, project sites
Industry UsageRenewable energy, clean tech, fuel cell manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, manufacturing industries
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Apprentice Fuel Cell Engineer and Junior Mechanical Engineer roles share similarities in requiring technical education and working in engineering environments. However, the apprentice role focuses specifically on fuel cell technology and entry-level training, while the junior mechanical engineer has a broader scope in mechanical systems across various industries.

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Cell Design Innovation Engineer

Stellantis

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Stellantis rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 131 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 45 rated automakers

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Battery Cell Engineer to join our innovation team. As Cell Design Technical Leader, you will play a pivotal role in the internal cell design for next generation disruptive technology battery cells. You will be responsible for designing, specifying, prototyping and testing battery cells, as well as optimizing their performance for automotive applications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancements of Stellantis electrification efforts.
MISSION:
  • Assess the disruptive technologies in cell electrochemistry for automotive application from technical performance points of view.

  • Lead relationships with different partners (academics, startups, cell manufacturers, material providers)

  • Build and disseminate the mid and long terms roadmaps for cell electrochemistry technologies and designs.

ACTIVITIES:
  • To understand, capitalize and disseminate the fundamentals of cell disruptive chemistry and various disruptive designs.
  • To scout, analyze and assess promising disruptive technologies or concepts from various sources via contracts or investment strategies (press, media, scientific publications, congress, ventures, direct contacts with suppliers, startups or academic partners).
  • To evaluate internal cell design, new cell materials & processus with dedicated experimental and/or numerical methodologies and tools, for Disruptive technologies.
  • Thanks to the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) evaluations with requiring performances assessment in virtual testing of proposed cells, including cost & LCA assessments. To process the TRL gates and deliver on time.
  • To build a set of requirements for an external cell maker, for Disruptive cells products and related processes.
  • To lead a multi-skilled team on a given cell engineering system (coordination & synthesis) according to cell design, integration and validation.
  • To participate to innovative projects that gathers all skills to design innovative cell designs.
  • To support and/or participate to cell prototyping
  • To exchange and validate results with technical advanced and core teams, expertise network and project stakeholders.
  • To arbitrate decisions on relative perimeter and to escalate major gaps that require higher level arbitration.
  • To participate to mid and long-term roadmaps for cell electrochemistry in accordance with the internal expertise networks.
  • Design tool and models for cell internal design and related new Disruptive technologies assessment. To capitalize tools, models and methods with team partners.
  • Write scientific papers and patents.
  • Manage partner relationships.
  • Propose and execute contracts with industrial and academic partners.
  • To supervise PhD student, apprentice and/or intern.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cell TRL assessment (performances, product & process, safety, LCA and cost).
  • Cell design & associated performances evaluation.
  • Technologies roadmaps with tiers #1 and #2 partner screenings.
  • To lead a multi-skilled team on a given cell engineering system (coordination & synthesis) according to cell design, integration and validation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelors in Materials Engineering or Electrochemistry
  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in Research or Advanced Engineering area
  • Proven experience in electrochemistry modeling and cell internal design tools
  • Experience in Disruptive cell technologies.
  • Experience in providing technical guidance and direction during supplier technical reviews.
  • Proven experience in designing and building lithium-ion battery materials and electrodes.
  • Excellent interpersonal skill to work in a cross-functional and multi-cultural team environment.
  • Fluent in English

PREFERREDE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • PhD in Materials Engineering or Electrochemistry

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