Battery Management System (BMS) Engineer | Battery
About this role
<div class="content-intro"><p>At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.</p></div><p><span data-contrast="none">In this role as a Battery Management System Engineer, you’ll be a part of a small team responsible for the BMS and Charge Control functions and circuitry on the aircraft. You’ll own the system end to end, from defining how the system should work, to prototype board design, prototype firmware bring-up, and debugging issues in the field.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of embedded software and hardware development, from bare-metal board bring-up and understanding of microcontroller timing and execution characteristics to high-level software specification and design methods and techniques. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: </span></span></strong> </p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Design battery and charge management systems with world class safety and fuel gauging capabilities</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Provide support and improvements for existing hardware and software on aircraft</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Write system level, software, and hardware requirements for certification-intent aircraft charge controller</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Lead development of new and improved software and implementation/testing on the hardware and in the aircraft</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support debugging and testing of hardware and software in a certification environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Work with the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) team to provide a seamless charging experience across BETA’s platforms and with 3rd party EVSEs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Minimum Qualifications We are </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">seeking</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">: (your Knowledge, Experience, and Abilities): </span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering, computer science, embedded systems, or related fields.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience and understanding of electrical fundamentals, switching power supplies, electrical isolation/insulation strategies.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to operate lab equipment including low and high-voltage power supplies, function generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering irons, etc</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Programming skills in C, C++, and Python</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with software development and debugging for embedded systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with version control systems (git, SVN, etc.)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you: (preferred qualifications): </span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Master’s degree or equivalent experience</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with EV charging standards</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout. (Altium preferred)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Understanding of electrical overcurrent protection coordination and high-voltage insulation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with circuit simulation software, especially related to power electronics stability, line/load regulation, control system responses, etc.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">In-depth knowledge of high-voltage (>800V) designs and isolation boundaries/techniques for power and signal transmission</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience designing and testing for EMI mitigation and EMC</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience in aerospace industry</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Pilot’s license or an interest in flying</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Physical Demands and Work Environment:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":320,"335559739":80,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">This position will be based on-site in South Burlington, Vermont.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559685":720,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to transport yourself to various BETA locations around South Burlington, Vermont as needed</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Able to work in a dog-friendly and open-office environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559685":720,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Work will occasionally be outdoors when supporting tests</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559685":720,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.</p></div><div class="title">Compensation</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$135,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em><strong>Build electric airplanes with us!</strong></em></p>
<p><em>BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.</em></p>
<p><em>We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.</em></p>
<p><em>We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.</em></p>
<p><em>Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.</em></p></div>