Technology Program Manager – Battery Systems at BasiGo

BasiGo

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up looking to revolutionize the public transportation sector by providing public transport bus owners with a cost-effective electric alternative to diesel. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, our team is strategically composed of seasoned entrepreneurs who have spent over a decade working and innovating within electric vehicle t…Technology Program Manager – Battery SystemsKey Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage BasiGo's technology roadmap for lithium-ion battery technology based on industry and technology trends.
  • Lead battery specification and evaluation for new electric vehicle and ESS products.
  • Develop and lead BasiGo's relationships with global battery suppliers to BasiGo.
  • Monitor, manage, and report on BasiGo's battery portfolio across markets and applications including strategies on charging, SoH management, and after-sales support.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure company objectives related to batteries are being met across the business.
  • Lead development of BasiGo's second-life battery and recycling strategy for lithium-ion batteries.
  • Represent battery technology and products to management and investors.
Required Qualifications:
  • M.S. in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in lithium-ion battery technology and systems.
  • Expertise in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles from chemistry through system design
  • Experience in lithium-ion battery and/or lithium-ion battery pack product development and manufacturing.
  • Understanding of Battery Management Systems, State-of-Charge, and State-of-Health estimation and life-cycle management.
  • Experience in data analysis, visualization, and insights pertaining to energy storage.
  • Experience in Engineering Program Management
  • Experience working with technology supply chains in East Asia with a preference for experience with lithium-ion battery suppliers.
  • Direct knowledge of safety and quality standards for lithium-ion batteries for EV's and ESS.
  • Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to frame technical decisions.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Understanding of key technology trends pertaining to lithium-ion batteries.
  • Techno-economic modeling
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.
  • Team leader who is excited to grow knowledge of young engineers.
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