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Archer

Senior Battery Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$144K - $180K/yr

Design high voltage battery pack components from start to finish across multiple aircraft programs ... All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

Iterna LLC

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Program Manager - Custom Battery Design & Manufacturing

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex custom battery design and manufacturing projects. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background ...

Iterna LLC

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Program Manager - Custom Battery Design & Manufacturing

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex custom battery design and manufacturing projects. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background ...

CalSolar Inc

Design Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Flexible PTO Position Overview CalSolar is seeking a Design Manager to join our Engineering Team and serve as a client-facing technical leader for assigned commercial solar PV and battery energy ...

CalSolar Inc

Design Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

Flexible PTO Position Overview CalSolar is seeking a Design Manager to join our Engineering Team and serve as a client-facing technical leader for assigned commercial solar PV and battery energy ...

Teledyne

Battery Project Engineer

Sparks, MD · On-site

... design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production ... We offer training and growth in technical and program management tracks and allow our staff to ...

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How much do battery design manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for battery design manager in the United States is $118,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a Battery Design Manager faces when leading cross-functional teams?

As a Battery Design Manager, one of the key challenges is coordinating among diverse teams—such as electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers—to ensure all aspects of the battery system are aligned. Balancing technical requirements, safety standards, and project timelines requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Additionally, adapting to fast-evolving battery technologies and integrating feedback from testing and production can be demanding but is essential for delivering innovative, high-performance products. Effective collaboration and proactive leadership are vital to overcoming these challenges and driving successful project outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Battery Design Manager, and why are they important?

A Battery Design Manager requires deep expertise in electrochemistry, materials science, and battery systems engineering, typically supported by an advanced engineering degree. Proficiency with CAD software, simulation tools, and familiarity with industry standards and certifications such as ISO 9001 or Six Sigma are often necessary. Strong leadership, project management, and cross-functional communication skills help drive innovation and team performance. These competencies are crucial to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective development of advanced battery technologies in a highly competitive market.

What does a Battery Design Manager do?

A Battery Design Manager oversees the design, development, and optimization of battery systems for various applications, such as electric vehicles, consumer electronics, or energy storage. They lead teams of engineers and collaborate with other departments to ensure batteries meet performance, safety, and cost requirements. Their role includes project management, technical guidance, and staying updated on advancements in battery technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

What is the difference between Battery Design Manager vs Battery Test Engineer?

AspectBattery Design ManagerBattery Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Battery Technology, or related fields; certifications like PMP are commonBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering; specialized training in testing protocols
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D departments, collaborative teamsTesting labs, quality assurance departments, experimental setups
Employer & Industry UsageBattery manufacturers, automotive, consumer electronicsBattery manufacturers, automotive, electronics testing firms

The Battery Design Manager focuses on developing and overseeing battery designs, ensuring performance and safety standards. In contrast, the Battery Test Engineer specializes in testing and validating battery prototypes and production units. Both roles require technical expertise and industry knowledge but differ in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

Infographic showing various Battery Design Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,750 per year, or $57.1 per hour.
Battery Design Engineer

Battery Design Engineer

Altair Engineering, Inc.

Troy, MI • Hybrid

Other

Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Battery Design Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Ann Arbor, MI is looking for a Battery Design Engineer. This is a direct hire/contract position.

What You Will Do:

Our Client's Powertrain Design & Evaluation (PDE) is looking for a passionate, highly motivated powertrain engineer to work on high voltage battery development. The primary responsibility of this role is to work on HV batteries for Our Client's on-going efforts for Mobility solutions and our automotive products. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, the person in this role will support PDE's objective to provide highly competitively designed battery packs to our customers to achieve our Carbon Neutrality goals.

What you'll be doing:

  • Development & Localization of high voltage (HV) battery pack or components for next gen electrified Vehicles (xEVs: Hybrid Electric, Plug-in Hybrid, Battery Electric, and Fuel Cell) or non-automotive mobility projects.
  • Build a set of requirements for a High Voltage (HV) battery pack or components. You will be working with various cross functional departments in both Our Client's Motor North America and Our Client's Motor Corporation.
  • Develop a HV battery pack or components with a 3rd party supplier ensuring that the supplier meets Our Client's requirements while staying on project schedule.
  • Battery pack or component packaging, fastening, performance, strength and durability studies through close collaboration with other groups in USA and Japan.
  • Build a validation plan with a supplier and ensure that the tests are done according to Our Client's expectations and the results meet Our Client's requirements.
  • Visit supplier's manufacturing site to ensure that the process meets design intent and Our Client's expectations for high quality.
  • Identify and implement innovative methods and technologies for Our Client's future battery packs through competitor benchmarking.

Basics:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience of developing parts with suppliers, affiliates, or Our Client's Motor Corporation (TMC; Japan) - 2 years.
  • Effective project management and time management skills- 2 years.
  • Beginner or higher CAD skills (CATIA V5).

Preferred:

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (10%).
  • Full project cycle developing a product from concept phase to production- 1 project (20%).
  • 2 years of experience in Our Client's Powertrain Division (40%).
  • Completion of OCBP (Our Client's Business Practice) (30%).

How You Will Be Successful:

  • Envision the Future
  • Communicate Honestly and Broadly
  • Seek Technology and Business "First"
  • Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discounts
  • Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world's most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer's toughest challenges.

Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair's history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

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