Battery Lab Test Engineer

Job Description:

This position is responsible for set-up, execution and reporting of Li-ion battery testing associated with new lithium ion battery designs with emphasis on protection circuit functionality.

Also, this position is expected to provide technical support and coordination for battery testing which requires the knowledge and experience with the Battery test system.

The tasks of this position will be conducted both independently and in collaboration with battery design engineers. The successful candidate is a dedicated team player who is tolerant of risk and uncertainty, thrives in a highly-technical, collaborative environment and has experience working within multidisciplinary teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. At least 3 years of practical laboratory experience, including the battery protection circuit testing for lithium ion batteries.
2. Good understanding of Li-ion safety standards and related safety hazards during testing.
3. Position requires skills in testing, troubleshooting, and repairing batteries.
4. Good understanding of battery protection circuit parts, some experience with PCB/device rework and thermal testing.
5. Experience in working with Oscilloscope, Power Supply, E-load, DMM, and DAQ equipment.
6. Knowledge of battery testing equipment such as Maccor with the ability to handle, process and summarize large and complex datasets.
7. Strong integrity with a collaborative style which earns the respect of peers and subordinates.
8. Hands-on lab work with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to execute battery protection circuit level testing based on schematics.
2. Good communication skills, knowledge of python coding for data processing and testing automation.
3. Ability to interpret battery test results for troubleshooting.

Education & Experience:

BS+ in Electronics, Science, or Engineering discipline.