EV Battery Thermal Innovation Manager (m/w/d)

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means joining one of the world's largest, fastest growing, and most dynamic global companies. Stanley Black & Decker is a world-leading provider of tools and storage, commercial electronic security and engineered fastening systems. We have been globally recognized as one of the most innovative, sustainable, and rewarding companies in the world. Recent acquisitions have made us the largest hand-tool, accessory and power tool manufacturer in the world.

We are looking for you as

EV Battery Thermal Innovation Manager (m/f/d)

based in Giessen & home office (hybrid)

Are you a passionate and innovative technical leader with solid expertise in thermal engineering? Do you have a proven track record of developing cutting-edge solutions to complex technical problems, particularly in electric vehicle battery systems? If so, we want you to join our team as our new Chief Engineer for Thermal Management Innovation in EV Batteries.

In this strategically critical role, you will lead a team of experts in EV test engineering, simulation, battery technology, and product engineering to develop innovative, technically differentiated solutions for electric vehicle batteries, with a specific focus on thermal management. You will partner with GMs, sales, and business development leaders to accelerate product development through focused initiatives that drive strong, profitable organic growth.

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated innovator with strong expertise in thermal engineering who is passionate about driving impactful innovation and thrives in a fast-paced environment. As the job owner, you will grow your team, working closely with other leaders in the organization to ensure the success of your initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES in Detail

• Driving EV battery innovations around thermal management and thermal safety as Chief Engineer
• Driving innovation product developments from the first idea to the serial production.
• Leading and further building-up an innovation EV team for R&D at Technical Center of Excellence for EV in Germany (Giessen) in close cooperation with product management, sales and production.
• Developing the road-map for electrification together with product management.
• Building-up network and leverage collaboration with external research partners like universities.
• Lead development innovation of new electrification products based on customer insights and product roadmaps.
• Provide active coaching and direction to sales and product management leaders to help them engage effectively with OEM and Tiers.
• Participate in customer visits and engineering activities.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions to segment and target specific applications and customers to support new product development activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master degree or above in engineering (electrical, mechatronics, mechanical).
• Strong technical expertise around thermal engineering.
• Strong thermal management expertise, ideally in EV batteries
• Expertise around swelling and swelling compensation for battery cells
• Know-how/understanding/experience with technical specifications for batteries around thermal management and swelling
• Good knowledge of tests around thermal management and thermal safety parts in batteries
• Solid engineering expertise in battery design and experience with established network in battery field beneficial
• Strong innovation drive to develop outperforming technical differentiated products.
• Start-up mentality and getting things done approach, hands-on mentality.
• Self-motivated, teamwork spirit and customer engagement capabilities.
• Strong English communication skill, both oral and writing. Good German communication skills.
• First leadership experience beneficial.

All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

At our company, we value creativity, collaboration, and innovation, and we offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic and supportive work environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the future of electric vehicle technology. Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career with us.

Contact

If you would like to be part of our vibrant team and fulfil your potential, please send us your application documents in English .

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Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Global Benefits & Perks

You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary plus receive entitlements and benefits unique to your country of hire.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

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