Position Description

The Battery Component Testing Engineer is responsible for ensuring that each kitted set of components for a high voltage traction battery are all tested and confirmed to be in working condition and within necessary specifications, and that all electronics are communicating properly prior to being brought to the assembly line for the battery build. The Engineer will also assist in running battery End of Line Electrical Testing as needed, and assist with software and hardware troubleshooting and diagnosis.

The Engineer will need to be familiar with CAN Software, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting wiring/communication with hardware. Proficiency with Excel and able to learn other proprietary computer software is required.

Responsibilities

Ensure that Correct level of bootloader, firmware and software is installed in all components, including BPCM (Battery Pack Control Modules), battery modules and BDU's (Battery Disconnect Units).
Measure voltages on all battery modules and confirm all modules and cells are within acceptable charge variation.
BDU and BPCM function with the electrical harness and verify communication between all electronic components.
Log their checks and the results of those checks in an electronic log.
Sign off on final kit release to build team.
In the case of test failures, the Engineer will perform initial root cause analysis and determine the corrective action, bringing in software or hardware team members as needed.
Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent
Good working knowledge of automotive traction batteries.
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation, leading to successful issue resolution.
Self-starter and motivated to produce results and stay on schedule.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills across work teams.
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Good "people skills" and maintaining positive environment across work teams.
Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Google Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:

Education

Electrical Engineering degree
Proficient with Sharepoint and online databases.
5 Years work experience
CAPL scripting experience
Experience with assembly and validation of automotive traction batteries or other electrical devices.
Additional Must HAVES

This position requires the Engineer to be, specifically in the Pilot Plant at the Battery Assembly line. A desk and computer will be provided. Core hours are 7AM to 4 PM Monday to Friday but schedule shifting may be requested to start earlier or finish later, Overtime may be required during the week or on the weekends depending on the needs of the battery assembly line.

DRIVEN ACTION ORIENTED, SELF MOTIVATED, OPERATES WITH LITTLE SUPERVISION
EAGER TO LEARN AND CONTRIBUTE
WILLING TO START EARLY OR STAY LATE EITHER WITH ADJUSTED HOURS (E.G. 6:30AM-2:30 PM OR 11 AM-7PM OR THRU OVERTIME, MAY REQUIRE 1-3 HOURS OCCASIONALLY ON SATURDAY
3YR MINIMUM Experience
100% ONSITE @ CTC: SOME TRAVEL OCCASIONALLY TO LOCAL TEST CENTERS PERHAPS E.G. WARREN OR AUBURN HILLS