Urgent :: Battery Test Engineer - Electrical Engineering Background

KFORCE URGENT REQUIREMENT

POSITION

Battery Test Engineer

LOCATION

5 days a week Mon- Fri- Cupertino, CA

DURATION

12-24 months- long term contract

INTERVIEW TYPE

Video

VISA RESTRICTIONS

No H1B

REQUIRED SKILLS

EE background, able to answer questions around circuits, must have bench testing, and strong python exp 

Key Qualifications:
•  Experience in Battery Management System (BMS) firmware, mix of QA & Development
•  Strong Programming skills (preferably in Python) for test automation
•  Experienced in various test tools like battery testers, source meter, multi meter, etc.
•  Excellent debugging skills to tackle challenging problems
•  Strong analytical/problem solving skills to support proposed solutions
•  Ability to articulate design issues and path to resolution both verbally and with documentation
•  Proven ability to work independently under high pressure and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
•  Knowledge of Li-Ion chemistries and cell modeling is a plus.
•  Prior industrial experience in hardware/firmware verification and validation is preferred.

Responsibilities:
•  Work with other technicians and test engineers to execute electrical and battery cycler tests and provide accurate result report.
•  Generate KPI for day to day lab activities.
•  Review BMU schematics and layout to verify conformance and to determine testability.
•  Conduct investigations and prepares reports to support investigations.
•  Co-develop procedures and analyzes data for validation activities.
•  Run complex test setups and DOEs using high accuracy test equipment.
•  Troubleshoot equipment and sample issues, maintain and solve test equipment problems as needed.
•  Ensure that the test data collected meets the highest standard of quality.
•  Use various types of measurement equipment to test batteries and cells.

Education:
•  M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or Computer science (or B.Sc. with industrial experience)

Additional Information about the team:
Role Overview
•  Focus on battery software qualification, specifically validation for battery algorithms.
•  Work involves pack-level testing to collect accurate data for algorithm validation since hardware isolation isn’t possible.
•  The position is critical for ensuring high-quality data and supporting algorithm evaluation.

Key Expectations
•  Communication & Collaboration: The team operates under strict timelines. It’s essential to:
o  Ask questions and clarify assumptions early.
o  Avoid making assumptions that lead to issues later and waste time.
•  Attention to Detail: This is a quality control team—accuracy is non-negotiable. Candidates must:
o  Verify data rigorously.
o  Avoid “thinking” things are fine without validation.

Core Requirements
•  Electrical Engineering Background:
o  Experience with circuits
o  Ability to use power electronics testing equipment.
o  Troubleshoot independently if tests fail.
•  Basic Coding Skills (Python):
o  Correct code, plot data, and identify anomalies.
o  Automate execution steps using Python.
•  Soft Skills:
o  Strong communication and collaboration.
o  High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Must-Have
•  Electrical circuit experience.
•  Python programming skills.

Value of the Role
•  Exposure to hardware, software, and firmware.
•  Opportunity to learn root cause analysis and integration across systems.
•  Broad technical knowledge and hands-on experience with multiple domains.