Technical Specialist, Next Generation Battery Cell Integration, Ford Energy
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LocationDearborn, MI, United States
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live3d ago
About the company
Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world-class battery energy storage systems (BESS) technology, Ford Energy designs, manufactures, and services grid-scale and commercial DC battery energy storage systems (BESS). Ford Energy is uniquely positioned to capture the growing demand for reliable, US-built energy storage systems. We are not just building batteries; we are building the infrastructure for the next generation of the American grid.
Why Ford Energy?
At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world’s most iconic brands. Learn more at https://fordenergy.com.
About the role
In this position…
Ford Energy is seeking a Technical Specialist to lead the technical integration of next-generation battery chemistry into Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Responsibilities
This role is responsible for translating BESS-level performance, life, safety, reliability, operational, and cost objectives into battery cell and battery subsystem requirements while leading the technical evaluation, selection, validation, and integration of next-generation battery technologies. The position serves as the primary technical bridge between cell suppliers and Ford Energy’s battery, system, controls, and product engineering organizations.
The Technical Specialist will work closely with Cell Engineering, Module and Rack Engineering, Container Engineering, Battery Modeling, BMS, EMS, Power Conversion Systems (PCS), Electrical Systems, Validation, Safety, and Supplier Engineering teams to ensure successful integration of next-generation battery technologies into commercially viable energy storage products.
This role will also help shape Ford Energy’s battery technology roadmap by assessing emerging next-generation battery technologies, identifying strategic opportunities and technical risks, and guiding future technology adoption decisions.