ES Battery Test Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure UUTs (battery packs, modules, and cells) on advanced test beds.
• Set up and calibrate instrumentation including voltage, temperature, pressure, and flow sensors.
• Execute test procedures for high-voltage battery systems, including setup, monitoring, and teardown of test assets.
• Operate and monitor test equipment (cyclers, thermal chambers, DAQ systems) to ensure accurate data collection and safe operation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues in test setups, identifying root cause and implementing corrective actions.
• Support validation and durability testing of battery packs, modules, and associated components under various environmental conditions.
• Analyze and document test data, ensuring results are recorded accurately and communicated to engineering teams.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and improve test procedures, fixtures, and methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to high-voltage safety protocols and PPE requirements at all times.
• Aid in building and modifying test rigs, harnesses, and instrumentation for development and validation activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test efficiency, data quality, and lab operations.

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of battery pack, module and cell systems.
• Hands-on experience in test cell operations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced testing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of experience in battery pack, module and/or cell testing.
• Prior experience in motorsport, automotive, aerospace, or other high-performance testing environments.
• Knowledge of data acquisition systems and test automation tools.
• Skilled in fabrication and prototyping using mill, lathe, press drill, sheet metal, and welding tools.
• Proficient in plumbing tasks including fabrication of coolant systems.
• Familiarity with safe operation with and around High Voltage (HV) systems. HV training certification preferred.