Get to know East Penn!

Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems’ Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government/military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Navitas is ready to invest in you!  We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will work as part of the engineering team to provide recommendations, and suggestions to support business operations. They will be responsible for the utilization of software to design customer products across a variety of functional groups that are directly involved in engineering, product development, implementation, and international contract manufacturing partners. The ideal candidate is an inventive problem solver, capable of working through technical challenges and employing pragmatic solutions. 

Estimated Salary Range: $80,000-$110,000

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.  Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.

• Utilize Altium software to design BMS control circuits for commercial, military and industrial lithium Ion battery pack applications.
• Perform system level testing and troubleshooting on Lithium Ion Battery Management Systems and Battery Packs.
• Develop system level block diagrams, schematics and wiring diagrams for Lithium Ion Battery Systems.
• Perform or direct PCB layout utilizing Mentor Graphics PADS software.
• Perform or direct circuit simulation utilizing Altium or Mentor Graphics DXDesigner Simulation software.
• Select proper rating for all components.
• Develop Bill of Materials for each BMS control circuit design. Including finding sources for parts.
• Assist in the selection of wiring, fuses, shunts, terminal blocks, connectors and other electrical devices.
• Perform BMS PCB Development Testing to ensure proper functionality.
• Assist in EOL testing of battery packs to ensure proper performance before shipment to customers.
• Performs in a manner that will prevent errors and omissions.
• Provides advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.
• Responsible for meeting team targets and key performance indicators.
• Participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team.
• Follow all safety guidelines and operate in a safe manner.
• Physical presence on the job is essential and necessary including weekends and holidays if deemed necessary by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Must be able to design electrical boards; focus is using Altium
• Must be able to develop DVPR for electronics, develop test plans, design and develop EE fixtures for electronics new and existing products
• 3 - 5 years of work experience in embedded control circuit design
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficient in Altium Schematic Capture and layout software preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience in the use of CANalyzer a plus
• Experience in Lithium Ion battery testing a plus

Key Competencies

• Collaborating & Fostering Teamwork
• Results Focus
• Continuous Improvement
• Project & Change Management
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills

Navitas/East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• Paid company holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities

At Navitas/East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

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