Battery Pack Test Engineer

We are currently recruiting an experienced Battery Pack Test Engineer to join our team supporting our client in the automotive industry.

NOTE:

Onsite

Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Execute various battery pack development and validation tests to support our strong Electric Vehicle portfolio

Contribute to a world-class battery lab from the launch stage all the way to the full operation

Initially the role will be focused on training, documentation and launch of the lab

Complete all needed training and follow all lab safety processes and procedures

Developing work procedures for all standard work associated with battery pack testing conforming to existing safety standards

Assist in develop test report templates; assist in the commissioning of the new battery pack testbeds

Lab launch stage:

Complete all required training; follow all safety requirements

Become competent in using the hardware and software of the battery pack test system

Become proficient in how to execute test scripts and how to create reports utilizing report templates

Ensure hardware and software support needs are addressed during installation of equipment and set up of the lab

Support the commissioning of equipment

After the launch of the lab

Shift to the execution of tests, focusing on obtaining the highest quality of data in the most efficient manner possible

Work with lab technicians on test preparation, test setup, test execution and post-test battery handling

Creation of a formal test report at the completion of testing as well as any intermediate reports to the test requestors as requested on running or issue status

Perform day to day testing

Ensure all tests comply with lab safety requirements

Keep test requestors informed on status of all running tests

Employ best practices in all tests and test reports

Ensure all test reports provide the highest possible quality

Provide reports based on test results in a timely manner on completion of testing

Proactively work to resolve test issues

Support root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing

Work with schedulers to maintain highest level of utilization of test equipment

Ensure all training requirements are kept up to date

Escalate issues to management as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field

3 years or more experience required

Know EV batteries key characteristics and performance index

Hands-on experience in vehicle components / subsystem test (EV, battery relevant is preferred)

Know CAN bus communication and tools.

Practical skills of common laboratory tools and instruments

Experience of setting up, maintaining, and monitoring tests according to test procedures

Experience of collecting, analyzing and visualizing test data

Knowledge of lithium-ion batteries, battery performance and battery testing

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; attention to detail

Legally eligible to work in Canada

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATONS

Master of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field

Experience with AVL PUMA or similar battery test systems

Experience with CAN tools such as Vector CANalyzer

Experience with calibration and analysis tools such as ETAS-INCA

Experience with EV battery pack diagnosis, rootcause analysis and teardown

Proficiency with data processing using MATLAB or Python

Experience with DVP&R test plan execution

Prior experience or knowledge of ISO 17025 or 9001 accreditation

OTHER PERKS & BENEFITS:

Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.

Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work (open enrollment every October)

MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates

MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.