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.

Overview

Navitas is ready to invest in you! We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will develop embedded software for Battery Management Systems. The position will include analysis and development of software/system requirements, design and coding of battery management systems, and final validation of completed software solution. Projects may include the development of battery systems for military use.

Estimated salary range: $80,000-$100,000

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware for battery management systems.
• High/Low level driver development with 8, 16, and 32-bit microprocessors.
• Develop PC software to flash, service, and test battery packs.
• Develop software requirement, design, and validation documents.
• Develop testing and validation procedures.
• Assist with BMS electronics development and battery pack EOL testing.
• Develop robust code with craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Support internal and external customers in root cause analysis.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• 3 years’ experience focused on embedded controls using C/C
• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Experience with microcontroller architecture and embedded system development.
• Experience with version control tools. Knowledge of Git & GitLab, CI/CD a plus.
• Experience with CAN based communication tools such as Vector Tools a plus.
• Experience reading schematics and familiarity with board level electronics a plus.
• Knowledge of IOT, UDS protocol, and MISRA-C are all plusses.
• Knowledge of Battery Management Systems a plus.

Key Competencies

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

East Penn Benefits

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.

EOE/VEVRAA