BMS Applications Engineer

Slate Auto • Troy, MI

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About The Position

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Engineer capable of bridging vehicle-level requirements and real-world vehicle behavior with BMS configuration and operation Strong understanding of lithium-ion battery systems and BMS functionality (SOC/SOH estimation, current limits, thermal management, balancing) Experience working with vehicle-integrated battery packs and system-level validation Comfortable analyzing vehicle CAN data, diagnostics, and test results to understand pack and BMS behavior Ability to translate vehicle usage profiles and performance targets into BMS application settings Strong cross-functional collaborator able to work with Vehicle Integration, BMS Software, Validation, and Systems Engineering teams Practical, hands-on problem solver with strong root cause investigation and debugging skills WHAT YOU GET TO DO Support in-vehicle battery pack integration activities for development and prototype builds Calibrate and drive tuning of BMS application parameters, including: SOC/SOH estimation behavior Charge and discharge current limits Thermal management thresholds and protections Cell balancing strategies Power and thermal derate strategies Participate in vehicle integration activities and drive testing to verify BMS performance and system behavior Translate vehicle usage profiles and environmental conditions into optimized BMS calibration and configuration Support customer-facing battery attributes, including range, charging performance, and drivability Analyze vehicle and pack data logs to verify behavior and identify issues Assist with issue resolution during prototype builds, integration events, and validation testing Perform root cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions with BMS software and systems teams WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field (Masters degree preferred) Minimum 5 Years of relevant experience (7+ preferred) Experience working with battery systems, BMS software behavior, and battery pack integration Familiarity with vehicle communication networks (CAN) and data analysis tools Ability to analyze system-level interactions between vehicle, battery pack, and BMS controls Experience supporting vehicle testing, validation, or integration activities Strong technical communication skills for coordinating across software, hardware, and vehicle engineering teams Ability to move between data analysis, hands-on vehicle testing, and system-level troubleshooting Physical Requirements Must have the ability to travel (up to10%) Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds Must have the ability to stand, walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended period of time. WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]. About Us At Slate, we’ve got one job: building a vehicle you’ll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field
• Minimum 5 Years of relevant experience (7+ preferred)
• Experience working with battery systems, BMS software behavior, and battery pack integration
• Familiarity with vehicle communication networks (CAN) and data analysis tools
• Ability to analyze system-level interactions between vehicle, battery pack, and BMS controls
• Experience supporting vehicle testing, validation, or integration activities
• Strong technical communication skills for coordinating across software, hardware, and vehicle engineering teams
• Ability to move between data analysis, hands-on vehicle testing, and system-level troubleshooting
• Must have the ability to travel (up to10%)
• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Must have the ability to stand, walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended period of time.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree preferred
• 7+ [Years] of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Support in-vehicle battery pack integration activities for development and prototype builds
• Calibrate and drive tuning of BMS application parameters, including: SOC/SOH estimation behavior Charge and discharge current limits Thermal management thresholds and protections Cell balancing strategies Power and thermal derate strategies
• Participate in vehicle integration activities and drive testing to verify BMS performance and system behavior
• Translate vehicle usage profiles and environmental conditions into optimized BMS calibration and configuration
• Support customer-facing battery attributes, including range, charging performance, and drivability
• Analyze vehicle and pack data logs to verify behavior and identify issues
• Assist with issue resolution during prototype builds, integration events, and validation testing
• Perform root cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions with BMS software and systems teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level