Junior Battery Algorithms Engineer

at  Vertical Aerospace

ARE YOU A BRIGHT, AMBITIOUS, AND CURIOUS JUNIOR ENGINEER EAGER TO TAKE THE NEXT STAGE IN YOUR CAREER AND CONTRIBUTE TO MAKING HISTORY WITHIN THE ELECTRIC AVIATION INDUSTRY?

We are recruiting a Junior Battery Algorithms Engineer to be a part of our world-class Battery and Powertrain Team. Here you will directly contribute towards developing the VX4, our fully electric, sustainable eVTOL aircraft.
Working underneath our Modelling Team Lead and Deputy Head of Powertrain, we’ll help you build the skills and knowledge to assist in developing state estimators for the Battery Management System (BMS) and other diagnostic tools. This role involves collaborating closely with the BMS team and contributing to the development of both cell and system models.
Ideal candidates will be recent graduates or possess a maximum of two years of post-educational experience

WHAT WOULD WE LIKE YOU TO BRING?

The below represents the essential skills, expertise and knowledge we are looking for:

• Masters or PhD level Educational background
• A background in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, Systems, or Computer Engineering or related engineering field
• Good theoretical understanding of battery design development, electrochemistry and Lithium-ion technology
• Familiarity with control theory and developing state algorithms for the BMS, including state of charge (SoC)
• Evidence of working in MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape
• Knowledge of C++ programming
• Good understanding of ageing mechanisms of Lithium-ion cells
• Ability to work through problems from start to finish (this would include starting with first-principles calculations and advancing to detailed simulation or test)
• Ability to learn new concepts and methods, propose designs of experiments, and execute independently

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM US?

We’re on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn’t your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.
Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we’re going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.

Please refer the Job description for details