Battery System Integration Senior Engineer

Battery System Integration Senior Engineer

XPeng

Munich, Germany

Responsibilities

Project Launch & Technical Compliance Support:

• Provide comprehensive battery system integration support for the localization and launch of overseas vehicle projects and ESS projects in Europe.
• Ensure all battery-related aspects (performance, safety, interfaces) meet stringent European technical regulations, standards (e.g., UN ECE R100, R136,EU Battery Regulation, CE marking for ESS).
• Address and resolve technical, regulatory, and quality issues during the European homologation and launch phases.

Local Production Project Execution:

• Support the successful implementation of battery Knock-Down (KD) assembly projects in Europe.
• Provide on-site engineering support for process setup, quality control, and technical issue resolution during local battery pack assembly.
• Provide on-site engineering support to resolve technical issues during and after local ESS installation.

Market Intelligence & Technology benchmarking:

• Monitor and analyze the latest technology trends in the European battery market (e.g., cell chemistry, fast-charging, system design).
• Research and map the European supplier landscape for batteries and key components.
• Provide strategic insights and reports to inform global R&D and product planning.

Supply Chain Development & Localization:

• Evaluate and audit potential European battery suppliers (cell manufacturers, module/pack integrators) for their technical capability, product quality, and manufacturing competence.
• Lead technical assessments and due diligence to qualify new suppliers.
• Actively contribute to the company's localization strategy by building a qualified and competitive local battery supplier base to increase regional content.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience in battery system integration, design, or application engineering within the automotive industry.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Deep understanding of battery system architecture, BMS, thermal management, safety mechanisms, and testing.
  • Familiarity with European and international battery regulations, standards, and homologation processes (e.g., EU Battery Directive/Regulation, ISO 26262，ESS CE certification ).
  • Supply Chain Acumen: Proven experience in supplier technical evaluation, audit processes, and quality system assessment.
• Language: Fluency in English is mandatory. Proficiency in German is a strong advantage for daily operations and local integration.
• Soft Skills: Excellent cross-cultural communication, project management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and proactively in an international environment.