⭐ Meet Yessenia Henriquez: Shaping the Future with the BattChallenge! ⭐ As the communications director and assistant project manager for the UNLV & CSN BattChallenge Team, Yessenia is leading with vision and innovation. Discover how the Battery Workforce Challenge is enhancing her skills and preparing her for a successful career in the EV industry. Ready to follow in her footsteps? Learn more about joining the Battery Workforce Challenge and kickstart your career in STEM and engineering: https://bit.ly/4dNnfa5 #BatteryWorkforceChallenge #CareerOpportunities #EVTech #Leadership #Engineering
About us
🔋 Battery Workforce Challenge collegiate competition: Shaping North America's EV industry 🔋 Join us in accelerating EV technology! Sponsored by the U.S. DOE and Stellantis, and managed by Argonne National Laboratory, the Battery Workforce Challenge collegiate competition fosters engineering diversity and innovation. Collegiate competition highlights: - Diverse Talent Pipeline: Engaging high school graduates, vocational students and transitional workers - Hands-on Learning: 12 universities and vocational schools compete to integrate advanced EV batteries into a 2024 Ram ProMaster EV - Sustainability Goals: Supporting DOE's goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 and Stellantis' carbon net-zero goal by 2038 #BattChallenge #EVInnovation #SustainableFuture #WorkforceDevelopment
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https://avtcseries.org/about-the-battery-workforce-challenge/
External link for Battery Workforce Challenge
- Industry
- Higher Education
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Government Agency
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- 2023
Employees at Battery Workforce Challenge
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Mohamed Samy Hefny
Thermal Research Assistant & PhD Candidate at McMaster Automotive Resource Centre (MARC)/Thermal Management Research Laboratory (TMRL)
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Mohammad K. Al-Smadi
PhD Student in Electrical Engineering at The University of Alabama || Power Electronics and Battery Management Systems
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Innovation @ OPG | EngPhys & Math @ Mac | Tell me your story!
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Romulo Vieira, MSc., MBA
Project Manager - McMaster’s Battery Workforce Challenge Team. PhD Candidate at McMaster University || MBA in Project Management || M.Sc. In…
Updates
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🎓 As universities across North America gear up for another academic year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all professors, faculty, and staff participating in the Battery Workforce Challenge! Behind every great team of future engineers, there are incredible educators like you, guiding and inspiring innovation in EV battery design and development. Excited to kick off year two and keep innovating in EV battery tech together! 🚀 #BattChallenge #STEMeducation #EVs
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🚗🔧 Welcome, VECTOR North America! We’re thrilled to recognize Vector as a key partner in the Battery Workforce Challenge! More than 35 years of experience and a global presence, Vector is a leader in developing automotive electronics, supporting innovation, and simplifying complex engineering tasks. Vector is supplying advanced data acquisition hardware and software for the BattChallenge, providing our teams with the tools they need to succeed in this competition. Their passion for efficient, technical solutions aligns perfectly with our mission to advance the future of mobility. We’re excited to collaborate with such a forward-thinking company dedicated to driving progress in the automotive industry. #Vector #Mobility
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We’re thrilled to highlight Jonathan Lazatin, the recipient of the Excellence in Leadership award at the Battery Workforce Challenge Year One! 🏆 As the project manager for the University of Nevada-Las Vegas & College of Southern Nevada team and a doctoral student at UNLV, Jonathan’s commitment to mentorship and leadership is truly inspiring. “The students’ energy, enthusiasm, and curiosity are contagious, and I returned from the Battery Workforce Challenge with great expectations for the future of our industry as these young engineers drive the future of electrified mobility." Discover more about Jonathan's journey and his approach to nurturing a strong community in our latest blog post: https://bit.ly/4cEgB5O UNLV & CSN BattChallenge Team #BattChallenge #Leadership #Mentorship
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Meet the BattChallenge UMD Team! 🚀 United by a shared vision that transcends technological innovation, this team is committed to fostering a culture rooted in diversity and inclusion. They recognize that a broad range of perspectives propels them toward more comprehensive solutions. Goals for year one include: - Ensuring all team members are familiar with industry standards - Expanding the impact of the Battery Workforce Challenge across the University of Michigan campuses and surrounding communities - Providing thorough documentation for seamless knowledge transfer to future team members The team aspires not only to excel in the competition but also to emerge as leaders in collaborative problem-solving. University of Michigan-Dearborn Henry Ford College #BattChallenge #TeamSpotlight #UMDearborn #HenryFordCollege
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🚀 Ready to drive the future of electric vehicles? The Battery Workforce Challenge, sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Stellantis, is your gateway to a career in EV technology! Join us as a BattChallenger to gain hands-on experience, connect with industry leaders, and develop the skills needed to shape the future of mobility. Curious about the journey? Connect with current BattChallengers and hear their stories. Start your adventure today: https://bit.ly/4crMlKj 💬 Know someone who would make a great BattChallenger? Tag them in the comments! #EVTech #CareerOpportunities #STEM #FutureOfMobility #JoinTheChallenge
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Reminder for all BattChallenge participants! The Year 2 Virtual Launch is just around the corner, happening online on September 11-12! This is your chance to connect, learn, and get fully equipped for the next phase of the challenge—all from the comfort of your own space. 📅 Day 1 – September 11: 1:00-1:50 PM CST: Opening Remarks for all BattChallenge Affiliates 2:00-2:50 PM CST: Year 2 Engineering Goals & Deliverables 3:00-3:50 PM CST: Breakout Sessions on Cell Simulations and Administrative Overview 4:00-4:50 PM CST: Breakout Sessions on Thermal System Simulation and Communications Deliverable Overview 📅 Day 2 – September 12: 1:00-1:50 PM CST: Breakout Sessions on Breaktor 101 (Eaton), Software Development Lifecycle - Processes (Dana) and RASIC (Argonne) 2:00-2:50 PM CST: Breakout Sessions on Fuse Sizing 101 (Eaton), BMS Applications SW Architecture (Stellantis) and PM Assessment Center Overview (Argonne) 3:00-3:50 PM CST: Recyclability Models Remember, all sessions will be recorded, so you can catch up anytime. Be sure to check the schedule and plan to attend the sessions most relevant to you. Mark your calendars and get ready to dive into Year 2! #VirtualEvent #EV #BatteryWorkforce
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Meet the BattChallengeUA Team! 🚀 Led by a diverse group of faculty members with extensive academic and industry experience, the team consists of students collaborating across all degrees of study, from undergraduate to doctorate. The team operates within three swimlanes: Battery Pack Hardware, Battery Pack Software, Engineering Management, Project Management and Vehicle Systems Integration. Beyond engineering, a robust group of non-engineering majors supports the team in public relations, operations, and sponsorship procurement. Goals for the first year include: - Battery pack design and simulation - Battery cell testing and characterization - Conducting high voltage safety and automotive technology training - Streamlining onboarding and safety training for efficient and safe battery pack development The University of Alabama Shelton State Community College #BattChallenge #TeamSpotlight #UniversityOfAlabama #SheltonState
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Meet Joe Wimmer, Applications Engineer at Gamma Technologies and proud alumnus of the Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions. 🚗🔋 Joe's transition from serving the RHIT team on the EcoCAR 2 competition to now leading innovations in EV thermal management highlights the powerful impact AVTCs have in developing the next generation of automotive leaders As sponsors of the Battery Workforce Challenge, we are excited to have Gamma Technologies supporting and guiding new AVTC participants. For Joe communication skills are the difference-maker between a good engineer and a great engineer. "EcoCAR 2 gave me a space to develop these skills,” he said. Discover more about Joe’s journey and insights in our latest Q&A: https://bit.ly/3WQLxsS #Automotive #WorkforceDevelopment #EVTech
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Thrilled to showcase the BattChallenge UWLC team's dedication to empowering communities through battery innovation! 🌱🔋 Their commitment to spreading awareness and education about EVs and batteries is inspiring. Dive into their impactful journey here: https://bit.ly/3Lg9Uur University of Waterloo Lambton College #BatteryInnovation #CommunityEmpowerment #STEMEducation
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