Functional Systems Lead

Responsibilities

• Own system-level architecture and functional definition for energy storage systems (BMS, controls, protections, EMS integration)
• Define and manage system requirements, interfaces, and traceability from cell to grid
• Lead functional safety architecture, including fault detection, diagnostics, and protection strategies
• Drive systems integration across embedded software, power electronics, thermal, and mechanical subsystems
• Partner with embedded teams to guide development of real-time, safety-critical firmware
• Develop and validate system models to inform design decisions
• Lead verification & validation strategy (DV/PV)
• Support certification efforts (UL, IEC, IEEE)
• Identify system risks and drive DFMEA, fault analysis, and mitigation strategies
• Build and mentor a high-performing systems/embedded team

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, embedded systems, or electrical engineering
• 3–5+ years in technical leadership
• Strong background in safety-critical systems (battery, automotive, aerospace, or industrial)
• Experience defining and managing system requirements, interfaces, and architecture
• Deep understanding of embedded systems and real-time controls
• Familiarity with electrical systems including power electronics and battery systems
• Experience with system modeling and simulation (MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or similar)
• Strong experience with DFMEA, fault handling, and system reliability engineering
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with battery management systems (BMS) or energy storage systems
• Background in functional safety standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508, UL 9540)
• Experience leading or mentoring embedded software teams
• Familiarity with grid-scale energy systems or power systems integration
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments

About the Company

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.