Job Summary:

 

The Test Engineer, as part of an integrated product development team, will create test procedures and test specifications for new equipment and products based on customer requirements and technical program objectives. This position requires the ability to read instructions represented in manuals and follow these instructions. This position exists in a temperature controlled environment.

Essential/Key Functions:

 

• Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures
• Review and update requirements and test specifications, collaborating with development team as necessary
• Lead functional testing of cells, battery modules, electronics, software, and full packs during product development
• Specify and develop new test equipment for hardware and software development testing
• Develop and execute product verification test plans, work with engineering to develop test cases and procedures
• Develop production acceptance test hardware, procedures, and reports for battery pack testing
• Manage daily assignments and priorities of engineering technician(s), test equipment suppliers, and test labs in support of product development goals
• Perform root cause analysis of test failures, and recommend corrective actions to development team
• Assist in new project bids and proposals regarding testing, feasibility, scope of work, cost, and timing.
• Performs in a manner that will prevent errors and omissions.
• Provides advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.
• Responsible for meeting team targets and key performance indicators
• Participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team.
• Follow all safety guidelines and operate in a safe manner
• Physical presence on the job is essential and necessary including weekends and holidays if deemed 
• Other duties as assigned by management

Management Responsibilities: None

 

Minimum (Required) Qualifications:

 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering
• 5 years of work experience in product testing and validation
• 2 years of work experience in battery cell, module, and/or pack level testing and validation

   

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Design validation planning to customer requirements using DFMEA and DVP&R
• Familiarity with battery cycling equipment, programing, maintenance, and operation.
• Experience with multiple forms of environmental testing (shock, vibration, thermal)
• Experience in battery safety testing (UNDOT 38.3, SAE J2464)
• Experience with MIL-STD-810 test procedures is a plus
• Proficient in designing and writing test control programs in LabVIEW (or similar test software)
• Experience working with CAN (Controller Area Network), preferably with CANalyzer or similar software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Data report automation experience (Excel macros, VBA, Python, etc.).

 

Posted On: Friday, September 24, 2021