Battery Cell Electrochemistry Analysis Engineer

General Motors

. Develop, maintain, and calibrate physiochemical, electrochemical, thermal, mechanical, and safety models for current and future battery chemistries .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in battery modeling and analysis, utilizing tools such as COMSOL, MATLAB/SIMULINK, and Python to optimize battery cell performance and support interdisciplinary technical leadership in battery design.

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Battery Modeling and AnalysisCOMSOLMATLAB/SIMULINKPythonChemical Engineering

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Hard Skills

Modeling ProcessesPhysics-Based Degradation MechanismsTransport PhenomenaNumerical MethodsBattery Cell Performance Optimization

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipDocumentation

Tools & Technologies

SABERPyBaMM

Industry Keywords

Physiochemical ModelsElectrochemical ModelsThermal ModelsMechanical ModelsSafety Models

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and calibrate physiochemical, electrochemical, thermal, mechanical, and safety models for current and future battery chemistries
Use COMSOL, MATLAB/SIMULINK, SABER, Python, and PyBaMM to implement multi-scale and multi-dimensional cell models
Incorporate cell performance variation, aging mechanisms, and thermal behavior into simulation frameworks
Document models, assumptions, and intended model usage
Release models integrated into full-vehicle co-simulations supporting calibration, diagnostics, battery state estimation, controls development, and warranty
Characterize and optimize battery cell performance for vehicle range, charging capability, and battery aging effects
Provide interdisciplinary technical leadership for battery cell design decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSE in Chemical, Electrical, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering required
Chemical Engineering preferred
Strong understanding of modeling processes and tools, especially physics-based degradation mechanisms and transport phenomena
2+ years of industry experience executing battery modeling and analysis
Advanced degree (MS or greater) in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred
Working knowledge of fundamental physics, equations, and numerical methods underlying software used
Expected to report to Global HQ Warren, Michigan at least three times per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation benefits may be available for candidates who qualify under company policy
Employee well-being and Total Rewards resources
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities