New Product Development EngineerPosition OverviewPacket Digital is expanding its vertically integrated lithium-ion battery capabilities and
seeking a New Product Development (NPD) Engineer to drive the design and
development of next-generation pouch-format lithium-ion cells. This engineer will
work across early-stage design, prototyping, and pilot manufacturing to ensure that new
pouch-cell architectures meet performance, manufacturability, and safety requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in lithium-ion cell engineering, CAD-
based mechanical design, and hands-on development experience in cell prototyping
and validation.
Responsibilities- Lead and support the design of pouch lithium-ion cells, including electrode
architecture, stack configuration, mechanical layout, tab design, and pouch
dimensions. - Develop detailed 2D and 3D models using CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or
similar) for electrodes, cell stacks, tabs, and packaging. - Participate in prototyping of pouch cells, including material selection, electrode
design iteration, stacking/winding setup, electrolyte selection, pouch-forming
considerations, and sealing strategies. - Collaborate with process engineering teams to ensure cell designs align with
manufacturing capabilities (mixing, coating, calendaring, slitting, stacking,
welding, filling, formation). - Support pilot-line builds and analyze performance, yield, and manufacturability
data to drive iterative design improvements. - Generate engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, BOMs,
test plans, and validation reports. - Use test and cycling data to improve pouch-cell performance in terms of energy
density, cycle life, impedance, thermal behavior, and safety. - Participate in DFM, DFMEA, and engineering reviews to ensure design robustness and manufacturability.
- Ensure pouch-cell designs comply with relevant safety and DoD requirements (UN38.3, NAVSEA S9310, MIL-PRF-29595B, etc.).All other duties as assigned.
- All other duties as assigned.
QualificationsThe successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials
Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. - Working knowledge of pouch-cell lithium-ion design, including electrode structure, pouching processes, electrolyte selection, and tab design.
- Proficiency with CAD/3D modeling tools (SolidWorks, Creo, NX, etc.).
- Hands-on experience in cell prototyping, laboratory builds, or early-stage cell development.
- Ability to analyze cycling data, performance metrics, and failure modes to guide
design improvements. - Strong cross-functional communication skills and ability to work in R&D and pilot- line environment. Able to travel overseas for training and collaboration.
Preferred:- Master's degree in engineering or a related discipline.
- Industry experience specifically in pouch-cell development or pouch-cell manufacturing.
- Familiarity with pilot manufacturing lines (coating, calendaring, slitting, stacking, tab welding, filling, formation).
- Experience with mechanical, thermal, or electrochemical simulation tools.
- Knowledge of DFM, DFMEA, and design validation methodologies.
- Experience with DoD testing and safety standards for lithium-ion systems.
Work EnvironmentThis is a full-time position based in our main office. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.
