Cell Validation engineer
21 hours ago
Coventry
Purpose of the Role Senior Cell Validation Engineer Location: Coventry, UK Department: Cell Product Ownership & Validation Powering Progress at Agratas At Agratas, we’re building a cleaner energy future through advanced battery technologies. As Tata Group’s global battery business, we’re focused on designing and manufacturing high-performance lithium-ion cells for electric vehicles and energy storage. To support our mission, we’re looking for a Senior Cell Validation Engineer to ensure our products deliver unmatched safety, reliability, and performance. The Opportunity As a Senior Cell Validation Engineer, you will lead the validation of lithium-ion battery cells across all stages of development — from concept through to design and process validation (CV, DV, PV). You’ll be instrumental in turning requirements into robust, data-driven test plans, ensuring our products meet customer, legislative, and regulatory expectations. You’ll work cross-functionally with teams across design, CAE, test, and pack engineering — playing a key role in analysing test results, solving complex problems, and mentoring junior engineers. This is a unique opportunity to influence the technical quality of next-generation battery technologies. Key Responsibility Areas Key Responsibilities • Lead planning and execution of validation phases (CV, DV, PV) for lithium-ion battery cells, • Develop robust test procedures to assess performance, durability, and reliability across a range of use cases, • Analyse test data using tools like Python or MATLAB, draw conclusions, and present clear technical insights, • Implement and improve validation methodologies, including data automation and traceability, • Ensure alignment with industry standards, regulations, and customer-specific validation requirements, • Support failure investigations with structured problem-solving tools such as 8D or Six Sigma, • Maintain accurate and traceable records of all validation activities, • Work collaboratively with Cell Design, Test Operations, CAE, and Pack teams to embed validation throughout the development cycle, • Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior team members Job Context What We’re Looking For Essential Experience & Skills: • Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, • 3+ years of experience in lithium-ion cell development or validation, • Hands-on experience validating large-format Li-ion cells, • Proven track record developing and executing CV/DV/PV test methodologies, • Strong data analysis skills using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools, • Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across technical teams Desirable Skills • Familiarity with lithium-ion cell design and DFMEA processes, • Experience with failure analysis techniques such as CT scanning, X-ray, or thermal imaging, • Knowledge of test automation platforms or validation databases Why Join Agratas? At Agratas, You’ll Be Part Of Something Big – Helping To Deliver Energy Solutions That Have Global Impact. Here’s What You Can Expect • A mission-driven company shaping the future of energy storage, • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge lithium-ion cell technology, • A collaborative, fast-moving environment that values innovation and technical excellence, • Support for personal and professional growth, including mentoring and development pathways