Multidisciplinary battery cell engineer passionate about advancing energy storage innovation and sustainable technologies. Experienced in battery cell design, DFMEA development, product integration, cross-functional leadership, and technical product management. Strong background in emerging technology analysis, with 15+ patent filings related to battery innovation. Committed to delivering impactful solutions at the intersection of technology, energy, and manufacturing.
Matt
Celentano
Battery Cell Engineer · Technical Product Manager · Mechanical Engineering · Innovator
About Me
Professional Experience
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Apple — Battery Cell Product Design Engineer
Designing and developing battery cells for apple products. Apple.
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General Motors — Battery Cell Design & Release Engineer
Led the release of GM's first pilot-scale battery cell at the new Battery Cell Development Center, managing design, integration, and manufacturing requirements. Explore BCDC.
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General Motors — Battery Cell Enclosure Design & Release Engineer
Spearheaded enclosure development for next-generation prismatic battery cells, including DFMEA, technical specifications, and inventing novel assembly methods. Learn about GM's Battery Technology.
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General Motors — Battery Cell Design & Performance Engineer
Drove Ultium battery cell performance evaluation, design updates, and supplier negotiations to meet system-level and regulatory requirements. Discover Ultium.
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GM Ventures — Venture Analyst
Analyzed battery startups and supported strategic investments for GM Ventures, developing portfolio tracking tools and engaging with emerging tech companies. Visit GM Ventures.
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General Motors — Design Release Engineer, Thermal Management
Developed and released thermal management components for the Ultium platform, implementing dual-sourcing strategies and achieving significant cost savings. Explore GM Electrification.
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General Motors — Vehicle Performance Engineer - Advanced Energy and Optimization
Conducted energy modeling to optimize EV range, developed gear ratio optimization tools, and benchmarking competitor vehicle performance at Milford Proving Ground. Learn about Milford Proving Ground.
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General Motors — VDDV Analyst (CAE) Electric Drive Unit, Engine & Trans Dynamics and NVH Analysis
Automated calibration processes using virtual methodologies for electric drive units and co-authored an SAE paper on EV axle torque load analysis. View SAE Paper.
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General Motors — Tooling Engineer
Streamlined tooling design and repair by introducing CAD, creating 100+ tools to enhance factory performance, safety, and ergonomics during part-time college role. Learn About Wentzville Assembly.
Patents (Publicly Available)
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Inventor on 15+ patent filings related to battery innovation, covering cell design, safety, and manufacturing.
Patents
Publications
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SAE Technical Paper — “Ice Spike Analysis”
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Defensive Publication — Direct Connection of Battery Cell to Vehicle Chassis Ground for Corrosion Protection
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Master's Thesis — Performance Characterization of a Novel Thermal-Fluid Exchange
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Undergraduate Capstone Project — Improved Greens Harvester
Project Report
Education
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Washington University in St. Louis — Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Specialization in Energy Conversion & Efficiency
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Washington University in St. Louis — Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Minor in Energy Engineering
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Olin Business School — Second Major in Economics & Strategy
Certifications
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University of Michigan — Battery Cell Manufacturing, Testing, & Design
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VC University — Venture Capital Fundamentals
VC University
Personal Projects
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Westfield Mega S2000 Kit Car
Built a Lotus Seven-inspired kit car, gaining hands-on vehicle design experience. Learn about Westfield.
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Self-Driving Chevy Bolt EV (Comma AI)
Outfitted my Chevy Bolt EV with Comma AI's openpilot platform for hands-free driving. Explore Comma AI.
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Gaggiuino Espresso Machine Mod
Modified a Gaggia espresso machine with the open-source Gaggiuino platform for enhanced brewing control. Discover Gaggiuino.
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CAD Design & 3D Printing
Designed and 3D printed various parts for household projects and custom applications.
Community Service
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan
Mentor for a 10-year-old through the community mentorship program. Learn about BBBS.