Engineer, Battery Pack Structural CAE

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for an energetic, organized, and experienced Engineer, Battery Pack Structural CAE to help drive our growing engineering organization.  In this role, you’ll perform and review CAE simulations for vehicle development and guide optimization of EV body and high-voltage battery structures.  You’ll report to the CAE Manager, NVH / Durability / CFD, and collaborate closely with Virtual Engineering, Propulsion, Electrical, and Vehicle Integration teams.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Define subsystem and component-level requirements for HV battery systems and vehicle integration.

• Use CAE tools to lead battery structural design and ensure it meets performance targets.

• Develop and review load cases for Crash Safety, Durability, and NVH.

• Review supplier structural analyses for Safety, Durability, NVH, and thermal performance; partner with suppliers to resolve issues.

• Identify optimized solutions that balance integrated subsystem and component requirements.

• Recommend verification testing to confirm CAE results and participate in correlation activities.

• Apply DOE / DFSS or other advanced methods to drive design optimization.

• Communicate analysis outcomes and countermeasures clearly across teams.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required.  Master's degree or PhD is preferred.

• 8+ years of experience with battery pack or EV propulsion / battery simulations focused on Crash Safety, NVH, and Durability.

• Proficiency with CAE tools, such as LS-Dyna, OptiStruct, Abaqus, NASTRAN, ANSA / META, HyperView, and HyperMesh.

• Strong understanding of EV propulsion systems and battery pack components, functions, and requirements.

• Familiarity with FMVSS, USNCAP, and IIHS battery-pack requirements.

• Experience with random vibration fatigue analysis on HV battery components.

• Experience correlating CAE results with physical tests.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 10%).

• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Salary Range: The compensation  for this position is the range Slate reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; work location; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$108,877.26 - $163,315.90 USD

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at

slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.