Senior SW Engineer, Battery State Estimation

General Motors

. Design, develop, and productionize battery state estimation algorithms for SOC, SOH, and SOP .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeMilford • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing battery state estimation algorithms, with a strong focus on SOC, SOH, and SOP across various battery chemistries. Proficient in implementing production-quality embedded software in C/C++ while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

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Battery State Estimation AlgorithmsEmbedded Software Development in C/C++SOC, SOH, SOP Estimation TechniquesAgile/Scrum ExperienceBattery Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Battery State EstimationEmbedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingKalman Filter TechniquesModel-Based EstimationData-Driven EstimationObserver and Filter DevelopmentBattery Chemistry KnowledgeCoding DisciplineMISRA Compliance

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringHigh Voltage Battery SystemsBattery Lifecycle ManagementCross-Functional ProgramsSafety Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and productionize battery state estimation algorithms for SOC, SOH, and SOP
Apply physics-based, model-based, and hybrid data-driven estimation techniques across multiple battery chemistries
Develop observers and filters, including equivalent circuit and electrochemical-informed models and Kalman filter-based approaches
Ensure estimation accuracy across temperature extremes, power transients, sensor noise, and battery aging
Incorporate calendar and cycle aging effects into estimation logic throughout the battery lifecycle and across chemistries and pack architectures
Implement estimation algorithms as production-quality embedded software in C/C++
Meet GM standards for safety, cybersecurity, coding discipline, and MISRA compliance
Work in a hybrid schedule of 3 days in-office and 2 days remote
Travel domestically 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field of study
Five (5) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Design Engineer, Automotive Engineer, or related occupation
Two (2) years of experience delivering embedded software for high voltage battery systems
Two (2) years of experience with SOC, SOH, and SOP estimation algorithms deployed in vehicles
Two (2) years of experience with C/C++ for embedded-systems development
Two (2) years of experience in Agile/Scrum environments and cross-functional automotive programs
Two (2) years of experience leveraging battery data to generate actionable insights that improve battery performance, reliability, and lifecycle characteristics
Must be able to report to the local office
10% domestic travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
10% domestic travel requirement is a job condition, not a benefit