Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Principal Test Engineer for the development of the next generation high energy density Li-ion battery. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test plans for battery test systems. You will work closely with the larger Engineering teams to ensure the quality and reliability of battery products. Your role will involve developing test protocols, analyzing test data, and providing insights to drive product and cost improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive test protocols for battery systems, considering factors such as performance, durability, and safety.
• Conduct various tests on battery systems according to established protocols, including but not limited to charge-discharge cycling, and thermal performance testing.
• Analyze test data to evaluate battery performance and identify potential issues or areas for improvement. Utilize statistical tools and methodologies to draw meaningful conclusions from test results.
• Prepare detailed test reports documenting procedures, results, and analysis findings. Communicate findings to relevant stakeholders and provide recommendations for design enhancements or corrective actions.
• Work closely with quality assurance teams to ensure that battery products meet or exceed performance and safety standards. Participate in design reviews and risk assessments to address potential issues early in the development process.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to battery testing. Proactively identify opportunities to optimize test processes and enhance product performance.
• Lead a team of technicians to sustain the lab test system and processes.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required (10+ years of work experience and/or Master’s and Ph.D. preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze process data and extract/summarize meaningful information.
• Demonstrated technical program management skills including meeting deadlines and milestones, as well as excellent communication skills such as summarizing data and writing reports.
• Willingness to travel as needed in the future.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams to solve complex multi-disciplinary problems.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and 8D methodologies.
• Experience in testing of Li-Ion batteries highly desired.
• Demonstrated creative and critical thinking ability with attention to detail.
• Proven track record of process integration in the scale-up of R&D processes to high-volume manufacturing.
• Good interpersonal skills.