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Lead Functional Systems Engineer for Energy Storage Solutions

Peak EnergyBurlingame, California, United States
On-site Full-time $150K/yr - $225K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities: Manage system-level architecture and functional definition for energy storage systems, including BMS, controls, protections, and EMS integration. Define and oversee system requirements, interfaces, and traceability from cell to module, pack, system, and grid. Lead the functional safety architecture, incorporating fault detection, diagnostics, and protection strategies. Facilitate systems integration across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure optimal performance and safety. Champion continuous improvements and innovations within the functional systems domain.

About the job

Job Title: Lead Functional Systems Engineer for Energy Storage Solutions

Location: Burlingame, CA

Department: ESS Engineering

Reports to: CTO

Position Type: Full Time

About Peak Energy:

Peak Energy is pioneering the advancement of Sodium-Ion battery systems as the future standard for renewable energy storage on resilient grids. Our technology is not only cost-effective and readily available, but it also prioritizes safety, positioning us as leaders in a rapidly evolving sector. Our executive team brings decades of experience from industry giants such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix, and we are supported by strategic investors, including TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic Functional Systems Lead to take charge of the system-level architecture, requirements, and integration across our embedded software, electrical systems, and controls for innovative energy storage products. This role is pivotal at the intersection of embedded systems, electrical engineering, and system modeling, ensuring our offerings are safe, reliable, and efficient from the cell to the grid.

In this position, you will be responsible for defining functional requirements, system behavior, and safety architecture while collaborating closely with embedded, hardware, and modeling teams. You may also oversee the development of embedded software for critical safety functions. This is a hands-on leadership role well-suited for a candidate who excels in ambiguous situations and desires to influence both product and engineering trajectories.

About Peak Energy

Peak Energy is at the forefront of transforming the energy storage landscape with Sodium-Ion battery systems, setting a new standard for renewable energy on resilient grids. Our leadership team is comprised of industry veterans with extensive experience from leading companies, ensuring we are well-equipped to navigate and innovate within this dynamic market.

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