Peak Energy

Systems Modeling Engineer, ESS

Burlingame, California · Staff+ · Full-time

Work authorization required$170k-$230kDetected 37 days ago

Systems EngineeringPower ElectronicsLeadershipCommunication

About the role

Define system and component design direction and requirements by developing detailed models of battery energy storage systems across operating modes and external conditions, including battery modules and power electronic components
Identify key performance indicators and optimize system design to enhance these metrics
Validate models with experimental data and refine them based on test results
Define and spearhead selection and development of tools, infrastructure, and design practices
Interface tightly with design, test, and validation partners to inform design decisions
Drive and participate in a culture of rapid prototyping and testing
This role will leverage deep expertise to drive major thermal and electrical architectural decisions and dive into key electrical and battery component simulation.
You will work closely with design, test, validation, manufacturing engineering, and leadership to navigate our products' development - exploring broadly and diving deeply with a drive for rigorous optimization, meticulous documentation, and clear communication of findings.

Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related field
5-10 years of experience working with power systems (non-academic)
Experience with system-level equivalent circuit models
Experience with design and manufacturing of medium to high volume products
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is hungry for knowledge, holds themselves and others to high standards, and brings a get-it-done attitude to every challenge - big or small.

High voltage battery and power electronics experience
Utility-scale energy storage systems experience
Supervisory control simulation experience
We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.
Speed Through Focus - Move fast but understand why.
Focus on the goal, don't sacrifice quality.

The salary range for this role is $170,000-$230,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills.
Strong 401(k) plan
Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!
At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company.
We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences.

We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.
We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company's full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other

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