Aging Modelling Engineer

Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Product Design Engineering

CDI / Permanent position

**Description of the role**:

- Develop physics-based mathematical models for Li-ion battery cell degradation (SEI growth, CEI, particle/electrode cracking,...)
- Implement models in COMSOL, 3D Experience and other available tools and perform life estimation studies under different load conditions (drive cycles, CCCV cycling, charge protocol,)
- Develop tools and techniques (experimental and modeling) for the physicochemical characterization of degradation mechanisms (SEI, CEI, electrolyte,) and construct material database
- Develop, implement, and run data-driven models for cell degradation and life estimation
- Perform DOEs and run experiments in close collaboration with battery scientists and test engineers, for aging analysis, model parametrization and validation
- Construct advanced studies, perform data analyses, run simulations, and deliver study results providing support to Product Development Team from early days to final stages of production
- Review literature for state-of-the-art understanding of complex aging mechanisms in Li-ion cells
- Work closely with cell development leaders to meet requirements of different projects according to project timelines
- Lead technical investigations, perform diagnostic analysis and prepare progress updates; participate in creating design review dossiers
- Take initiative for intellectual property development

**Responsibilities**:

- Regular review of the state-of-the-art concepts, tools, methodologies, and technologies (experimental and simulation) and construct roadmap of activities
- Ensure traceability and reliability of simulation results, methods and experimental data
- Ensure best-practice mathematical modeling and numerical simulations
- Ensure timely delivery of case-study results according to product dev timeline
- Undertake preparation of technical notes, standards and work instructions on tools, methods and studies

**Requirements**:

- PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
- Specialized knowledge in electrochemical engineering, Li-ion batteries, and their degradation mechanisms
- Experience in physics-based modeling of Li-ion battery degradation (3+ years preferred)
- Experience in data-driven modeling and ML is a plus
- Strong background in data analysis and mathematical modeling
- Proficiency in scientific coding (Matlab/Python)
- Proficiency in simulation tools (3D Experience, ANSYS, COMSOL,...)
- Experience in hands-on lab activities (cell assembly, testing,)
- Experience in project management
- English: proficient / French is a plus

Why join us?

Strong company spirit and culture settle down around our 4 values:
**Contribution**

We promote personal initiative and give everyone the means to contribute to the company's success.

**Communication**

We're committed to transparent communication: we say what we think, and we mean what we say.

**Team Spirit**

Everyone, in their role, is an ambassador for the company. At Verkor, success is most definitely a team sport

**Commitment**

We're all working towards a common goal: a sustainable future, which we're building one step at a time.

**Attractive work conditions**
- Stimulating work environment: pleasant offices, multicultural and motivated team
- Lunch vouchers
- 50% of local transportation costs financed
- Industry-leading healthcare
- Opportunities to network and connect with worldwide experts
- all positions are open to individuals possessing a Recognition of the Status of Disabled Worker (RQTH)