What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Test Engineer position at SIGNATURE SOLAR LLC?
We are seeking a highly skilled Battery Test Engineer to join our team. As a Battery Test Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our batteries meet all technical and legal specifications for safety and design under various operating conditions. Your responsibilities will include planning, developing, and executing different testing methods to evaluate battery performance and identify areas for improvement. You will also be responsible for analyzing test data, investigating failures, proposing corrective actions, and enhancing testing methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, prepare, monitor, and execute comprehensive test programs for batteries on the test bench.
Analyze data sets and identify trends to assess battery performance and areas for improvement.
Utilize test equipment to monitor and record relevant parameters, such as voltage, current, and temperature during testing.
Investigate the root cause of failures, identify design or manufacturing flaws, and propose corrective actions to enhance battery performance and reliability.
Develop test programs for battery systems based on standard regulation norms or technical standards.
Continuously monitor ongoing projects, evaluate data, and adjust methods and equipment as necessary.
Identify opportunities to optimize test parameters, explore new testing techniques, and utilize advanced equipment to improve testing efficiency and accuracy.
Create and maintain accurate and detailed documentation, including test procedures, test setups, and test results.
Communicate test findings and reports to relevant stakeholders, including manufacturers and, when necessary, customers.
Present data to customers and maintain effective communication channels with them.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical/mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a comparable field.
Proven experience in a similar position is advantageous.
Proficient in written and spoken English.
Experienced in using MS Office applications (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint).
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Hands-on experience with cell test/data monitoring and battery module/pack test/data monitoring.
Ability to develop test plans and write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Highly motivated, flexible, and proactive with a strong commitment to quality.
Willingness to travel abroad to support testing initiatives.
Physical Requirements:
This position may require the ability to perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, computer work and other physical activities. Candidates should be able to meet these physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations.
EG4 Electronics Perks:
- Medical.
- Dental.
- Vision.
- Supplemental life.
- PTO.
- Company-branded merchandise.
- Community events.
- Company-funded continued education opportunities.
- Discounts and perks through locally owned businesses.
EEO Statement:
- EG4 Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.