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ZG - Velimira Škorpika, HRV

Battery Systems Engineer

About us

 

We are a technology powerhouse that designs, engineers, and manufactures the world's most advanced automotive technology and hypercars. Bytes to bolts, Rimac is where everything happens.

 

Our teams develop and produce both hardware and software solutions for our flagship, record-breaking hypercar, the Nevera, as well as for other automotive manufacturers’ vehicles. Working on technology solutions for partners such as Porsche, Hyundai, Aston Martin, Koenigsegg, Automobili Pininfarina, and others, gives Rimac a unique position of a technology leader in the high-performance electric vehicle industry. The stakes are high.

 

As a fast-moving company, we nurture a high-performing culture. If you are interested in joining, you must be prepared for relentless learning, adapting, and embracing new technologies. We expect an easy-going person, but also self-driven, entrepreneurial, and highly independent in their work, that will enjoy rising to the challenge and have fun pushing the limits of technology.

 

Our expectations are high. And we can only achieve our goals with the dedication and collaboration of our exceptional team. Our ambition is to deliver and go the extra mile. We need to expand our already industry-leading team, find the best people, and lead the charge.

The Battery Systems Development team requires Engineers with experience to lead the technical development of an internal or a customer-focused battery project. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering the technical solution of a functional, safe, and compliant system or a sub-system. More information regarding the role is shown below, with further responsibilities and duties, qualifications and experiences required, benefits, and most importantly how to apply. With Battery System being such a complex system, we offer different roles to start your career in, based on your previous experience. Available roles in Thermal System, Structural System, Module System, and Product Reliability.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead battery systems and sub-systems design, development and delivery to the project timeline
  • Decompose system and sub-system requirements to a component level
  • Develop and support verification, validation and integration strategy, and testing from prototype phase through to homologation
  • Support derivation of the technical/functional safety concept
  • System and Design reviews, DFMEA, risk analysis
  • Technical drawings and production documentation reviews
  • Conduct root cause analysis
  • Providing support to assembly and testing teams during product operations
  • Providing support to ongoing product and process improvement
  • Ensuring product conformity to standards and best practices
  • Driving product safety based on an analytical and risk assessed approach
  • Leading technically focused meetings

 

Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace or Systems Engineering 
  • At least 3 years of experience in automotive systems or industrial experience within a complex multidisciplinary product environment. Experience with HV Battery systems and knowledge of system design with Lithium based battery cell
  • Understanding of Systems / Requirement Engineering & Tools (e.g. IBM DOORS, JAMA)
  • Experience with PLM systems (3Dx, TeamCentre, Creo) - Knowledge of project life cycle management from early R&D to series production
  • Experience in product design, knowledge of production process and best practices
  • Experience in safe working practices around HV systems, legislative requirements, and homologation standards
  • Experience with MS Office tools
  • Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken) is essential  

 

Considered as an advantage:

  • Extensive experience in engineering development
  • Ability to challenge experts, consultants, and seniors by presenting a measured systematic first principles approach
  • Good knowledge of battery cell management
  • Experience in cooling system design and management
  • Understanding of electro-mechanical components
  • Knowledge of automotive standards
  • Experience in the automotive

 

What we are like and what we offer

  • Working on exciting projects in a high-performance environment pushing the limits, moving science forward while working with the global automotive manufacturers on developing the latest automotive technology.
  • Flexible working hours – align with your manager and work on your own schedule.
  • Educational budget and internal education programs – at Rimac, we believe in the importance of continuous learning. We provide a range of educational programs and opportunities to support your growth, and we actively encourage you to expand your knowledge and skills. Embrace the chance to learn more and never stop your pursuit of knowledge at Rimac.
  • Transportation support – we provide support by covering the costs of local public transportation. Rest assured, we've got you covered when it comes to commuting, ensuring your ease and convenience as a valued member of our team.
  • Health-related benefits – taking care of your physical wellbeing is of great importance and all our team members have additional and supplementary health insurance coverage, with an additional budget for yearly general physical examinations and multiple discounts in various privately held clinics.
  • Multisport card – being a Rimac employee and a valued team member makes you eligible for Multisport membership with discounted prices for enjoying various sport activities or fitness programs in sporting venues all over Croatia.
  • Mental health support – physical and mental wellbeing are our priorities when thinking about our most valuable asset – people. Prioritizing mental health for overall well-being covered by the company is one of the most important steps in having a productive and satisfied community.
  • Family-oriented perks – we pride ourselves in being a family friendly environment and raising the new generation of STEM oriented brainiacs, so small gestures of love for your loved ones with kindergarten support and various kids’ activities are what we’re all about.   
  • Pet-friendly workplace – we are always on the lookout for new Pawject Managers! You’ll be able to bring your pet to work, receive a pet necklace and have a professional photoshoot of your pet for its ID card (and lots of discounts for pet shops and clinics).
  • Relaxation zones, fresh fruits, and healthy snacks – recharge your batteries with daily fresh fruits and vegetables delivered to your workplace from Croatia’s family-owned business.
  • Shopping, travel, and entertainment discounts – as a growing company, we try to negotiate the best conditions and all for your own convenience. Each year we grow our network of partners so you can experience new things and save money.
  • Possibility of remote work – even though we love teamwork and try to be more connected to further strengthen our bond between departments and team members, feel free to take remote work day when needed as per your agreement with your manager.
*All of our applicants will be provided with equal opportunities regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other non-work related personal characteristic. All applications will be considered under the terms and conditions of confidentiality in accordance with the regulations of personal data protection.