Battery Systems Test Engineer

Job Summary

The Battery Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for supporting bench and customer testing for the development of high-voltage automotive battery packs. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Validation, Testing, Product Engineering, Software Engineering, and Program Management, to define and execute development tests that verify system-level requirements at the battery pack level. This role plays a critical part in minimizing design iterations during the Design Validation phase and ensuring the safe operation of battery systems.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of the battery system verification test cases and test plans; executes the test plan for the development of battery pack systems to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Support problem resolution of issues identified during testing, utilizing the cross-functional engineering team.
• Statistically analyzes the subsequent test data, creates tables/charts, prepares/presents the test reports to internal and external teams, and supports correlation to virtual validation efforts.
• Collaborates with lead system engineers to integrate project-specific system verification test plans and test cases into the requirement management system, updating them, and their traceability.
• Update the team and the requirement management system with test results and support project teams to track the status.
• Supports engineering in the evaluation of the project and technical risk analysis to drive attention and focus of testing and analysis on the highest risk items that need verification, such as Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) outputs.
• Supports and consults validation team on higher risk design validation testing items.
• Supports the development of system inspection requirements for end-of-line testing, from a quality control plan.
• Collaborates with other key functional engineering groups to support and consult with them on their verification-related tasks.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Predictable and reliable attendance. 

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years engineering experience in systems testing, system verification, or Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing of lithium-ion battery or Electric Vehicle (EV) projects.
• Experience developing and executing testing on Controller Area Network (CAN) based systems either on the bench or in-vehicle.
• Experienced with the handling of both low and high-voltage lithium-ion battery systems. 
• Experienced communicator, capable of concisely presenting highly technical test data to internal and external customers, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as needed (less than 10% travel on average).
• Experience with Microsoft office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Basic lab/shop skills (multimeter, power tools)
• Experience using Minitab, MATLAB/Simulink, and/or other comparable statistical analysis software, particularly with lithium-ion test data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years engineering experience in lithium-ion battery systems testing on production battery pack programs.
• Product experience with Li-Ion batteries, battery pack design, electric vehicles, power systems, alternative energy systems, electronic control units (ECUs), battery management systems (BMS), and sensors.
• Educated on common lithium-ion cell, module, and battery pack test certifications.

Key Competencies

• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Delivers Results: Achievement oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Priorities Focused: Understands and actively supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities.
• Assertiveness: Maintaining a position when you know you are right; standing up to others and expressing views without fear or for approval and without engaging in unnecessary aggression.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. 
• Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. 
• May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead. 
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about in industrial environments, and on uneven terrain. 
• Works in a temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments. 
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 3 weeks vacation, up to 72 hours sick, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business. 

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion 

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of South-East Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township boasts more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you’ll be at the center of it here!

                               AMERICAN BATTERY SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.