Job Summary: The Senior Test Engineer role plays a crucial role in ensuring the performance, safety, and reliability of our battery systems through rigorous testing processes, data analysis, and training initiatives.

Location: Onsite in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Development and Execution:

  • Design, develop, and implement comprehensive test protocols for battery systems, focusing on performance, durability, and safety.

  • Coordinate and conduct tests on battery systems using state-of-the-art testing equipment and methodologies.

  • Troubleshoot and optimize test setups to ensure accurate and reliable results.

• Data Analysis and Reporting:

  • Gather, process, and analyze data from test results to identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement, directly feeding the production continuous improvement and scrap reduction processes.

  • Generate detailed technical reports and presentations summarizing findings, actionable insights, and recommendations.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate test results into product design and development improvements.

• Training and Knowledge Sharing:

  • Develop work instructions, training materials, and guidelines for test procedures and protocols.

  • Train colleagues and new team members on running tests, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety standards.

  • Act as a subject matter expert on battery testing and provide technical support to other departments when needed.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field required.

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Proven experience in battery testing, power systems, or energy storage technologies.

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to train and mentor others effectively.

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about advancing battery technology.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently while working independently

• A proactive, self-starter attitude and an eagerness to learn

• High level of integrity and ethical standards

• Proactive and results-oriented with keen attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders

Travel:

• Local Travel: Less than 10%

• Overnight/North America: Less than 10%

Work Environment:

• Hands-on laboratory and manufacturing plant settings.

• Collaborating with engineers, scientists, and production teams in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

• Office Environment - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.  Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. May be required to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

• Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats. May be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.