Lead Battery Test Technician - Direct Hire

R&D Lead Test Technician

The Test Technician will work under the direction of the Test Engineering Supervisor and support all areas of R&D Battery Testing. Primary responsibilities of this position include

(1) Formation and Cycle Life Test Execution

(2) Equipment Installation and Troubleshooting

(3) Data Processing, Analysis and Reporting.

Responsibilities:

•        • Execute daily cell formation testing and support R&D build operations o Includes initial cell electrical tests and data entry of build information

•                     o Implement simple solutions to reduce operator variation & potential quality defects

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•                     • Monitor and report status of R&D cell cycle life testing o Includes troubleshooting Battery Tester hardware and software issues as they arise

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•                     • Understand and modify test protocols to meet test request needs

•                     • Support new equipment installation and qualification

•                     • Independently document learning and data, analyzing using basic math and computer software

•                     • Focus on work area safety, cleanliness and organization

•                     • Perform other functions as required to support the R&D operation

Qualifications:

•                     • Ability to grasp technical concepts and language and the ability to communicate in a data-driven manner

•                     • Capable of learning quickly and able to problem solve technical issues independently

•                     • Proficient in Maccor and/or Arbin Battery Testing equipment and software

•                     • Skilled with electrical testing and assembly equipment – multimeter, milliohmmeter, oscilloscope, data logger, soldering iron etc.

Required Education & Experience

•                     • High school diploma required - relevant battery experience and technical Associates degree preferred

•                     • Demonstrated success and experience in relevant technical industry

•                     • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, email and general computer use

•                     • Professional written and verbal communication skills required

•                     • Strong interpersonal, organizational skills and attention to detail

• Capable of working in low moisture dry room environment: < 1.0% Relative Humidity (-50°C dew point)

• Capable of wearing clean room attire when working in dry room environment: face mask, hair net, safety glasses, gloves, coverall suit and shoe covers

• Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines: < 50lbs