Battery Algorithm Specialist

Summary

Posted: Sep 24, 2024

Role Number:200569193

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? Envision what you could do here. At Apple, we believe new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. This position contributes to the development and qualification of advanced lithium-ion battery technology for portable power consumer applications. You will work with internal multi-functional teams to develop battery firmware, algorithm and battery management system (BMS) qualification protocols using system requirements, user profiles and the battery health monitoring estimation models to ensure high level of customer experience. You will collaborate with FW, Algo and BMS engineers to improve the quality and improve productivity and efficiency.

Description

You will be a part of a team qualifying new class of algorithms, architectures and products to improve the utility of batteries. In this role, you will collaborate with FW, Algo and BMS engineers on defining qualification metrics, use cases, battery aging model and system requirements to ensure high level of customer experience. In this position you will be expected to use a combination of advanced electrical and chemical engineering and mathematics to validate the performance of algorithm. You will: Develop simulation and physical tests to validate state of charge and state of power of battery systems. Review, analyze and report qualification result data, flag and report anomalous qualification output and perform FA to identify RC for deviation. Standardize qualification test plans across labs to improve uniformity and reliability of qualification data. Report on KPI and monitor timely execution of tests. Develop verification methods to detect battery abnormalities early in advance in NPI design process.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in one field Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with Python or C/C++.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD degree with 3+ years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years experience in BMS algorithm/firmware/software development or validation.
• Electrical Engineering fundamentals to understand basic circuits.
• Experience with data analysis and ability to use statistical tools and techniques to support proposed solutions.
• Experience with detailed Lithium-ion battery modeling is a plus.
• Proven ability to work with multi-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  
  Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
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• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.