Engineer II, Battery Test (R5954)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Setup and operate battery energy storage systems for testing
• Configure thermal chambers, battery cyclers, instrumentation, sensors, fixtures, harnesses and data-acquisition equipment
• Execute test campaigns for electrochemical subsystems, verifying voltage rails, logic levels, performance, thermal behavior and overall functionality
• Perform testing, debugging and system-level troubleshooting
• Collect and evaluate test data, identify abnormal behavior and communicate findings
• Support external test lab qualification testing, including failure modes, temperature, vibration, humidity and altitude
• Install, verify, and deploy DC-sources, power converters, test fixtures and harnesses
• Assist with the design and buildout of the battery test labs

Job requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline
• Hands-on experience with batteries, powertrain systems, or comparable electrochemical equipment through employment, internships, academic teams, clubs or personal projects
• Experience setting up and executing hardware tests using instrumentation, sensors and data-acquisition equipment
• Experience troubleshooting systems involving electrical and mechanical components
• Familiarity with benchtop electrical equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies and electronic loads
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings and test procedures
• Understanding of laboratory safety practices, including the safe operation of high-voltage or high-power equipment
• Demonstrated ownership, reliable execution, clear documentation, and effective collaboration with engineers, technicians and cross-functional partners