Battery Cell Mechanical Test Technician

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000 experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000 engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Battery Cell Mechanical Test Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain test setups that replicate module- and pack-level loading conditions for cells.
• Apply lab-scale fabrication techniques, including machining, 3D printing, and adhesive bonding, to create fixtures and test hardware.
• Operate lab equipment such as chillers, pumps, and load frames to conduct controlled mechanical tests.
• Install and use sensors (temperature, pressure, displacement, force) to capture accurate test data.
• Support troubleshooting of test rigs, equipment calibration, and fixture maintenance.
• Work closely with engineers to refine test methods and ensure repeatable, reliable results.
• Maintain detailed records of test setups, conditions, and results to support engineering analysis.
• Follow strict safety procedures when working with high-voltage components and lab machinery.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5 years of experience in a testing, fabrication, or lab environment.
• Familiarity with machining, 3D printing, and mechanical assembly techniques.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and follow detailed instructions.
• Proficiency in using standard measurement tools and lab instrumentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a hands-on environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or similar).
• Knowledge of adhesives, joining techniques, and prototype fixture fabrication.
• Background in battery or EV-related testing environments.
• Experience with sensors, data acquisition, and instrumentation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced R&D setting.

Salary Range: $65,000-$90,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience  

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