Vehicle Battery Test Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Battery Lab Test Engineer for the Allen Park, MI location. This is an entry level opportunity to learn the testing environment from an industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for existing electrical test facility
• Work with electrical program teams to ensure facility is capable for future testing
• Work with engineering and program teams to automate existing and future testing capabilities
• Develop test systems with efficient timing and 100% issue/error detection (product or test execution related) with an emphasis on Full Automation / Requester Not Present
• Perform data analysis, generating comprehensive technical reports
• Lead/Support the creation/publication of standardized test methods
• Configure/Operate/Program Lynx site automation systems and supplemental site controls and I/O to achieve fully automated testing and 100% error detection/response
• Review and sign-off of test setups for accuracy and safety
• Analyze test data for performance/execution issues; develop detection strategies for issues not captured by the site control system; facilitate data delivery to customer
• Provide direction to Test Technicians to aid in the performance of DV testing
• Translate test request requirements into lab executable instructions / test plans
• Assist technicians in the day-to-day execution of testing
• Lead test site troubleshooting efforts
• Develop test equipment / facility upgrade capital project proposals
• Authorize specification and statement of work documents
• Build financial and business rationale, obtain cost estimates
• Develop project timing plans
• Manage capital projects, including tracking and managing cost, timing, and equipment installations, leading activities with equipment vendors and skilled trades, and coordinating with Lab Scheduling

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of (1) year engineering experience (preferred), or MS degree from an accredited engineering school
• Battery laboratory test experience preferred
• An understanding of vehicle powertrain, power supply, and vehicle electrical system operation with an emphasis on High Voltage / HEV / BEV applications
• A working knowledge of instrumentation measurement systems, particularly transducers and their operation – temperature, pressure, fluid flow, et al
• Demonstrated leadership behaviors and related experience
• Strong teamwork, analytical, oral, and written skills
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Skills

• Understanding of vehicle powertrain, power supply, and vehicle electrical system operation with an emphasis on High Voltage / HEV / BEV applications
• Knowledge of data collection and communication systems and their operation (Knowledge of AVL Lynx and CAN/Ethernet Communication protocol a plus)
• A working knowledge of instrumentation measurement systems, particularly transducers and their operation – temperature, pressure, fluid flow, et al
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Retirement benefits
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance