Battery Component Testing Engineer

Job ID
125607
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States

Talascend is currently seeking a Battery Component Testing Engineer for a contract opportunity located in Auburn Hills, MI.

OVERVIEW: 

The Battery Component Testing Engineer is responsible for ensuring that each kitted set of components for a high voltage traction battery are all tested and confirmed to be in working condition and within necessary specifications, and that all electronics are communicating properly prior to being brought to the assembly line for the battery build. The Engineer will also assist in running battery End of Line Electrical Testing as needed, and assist with software and hardware troubleshooting and diagnosis.

The Engineer will need to be familiar with CAN Software, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting wiring/communication with hardware. Proficiency with Excel and able to learn other proprietary computer software is required.

This position requires the Engineer to be located in  Auburn Hills MI. A desk and computer will be provided. Core hours are 7AM to 4 PM Monday to Friday but schedule shifting may be requested to start earlier or finish later, Overtime may be required during the week or on the weekends depending on the needs of the battery assembly line.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Ensure that Correct level of bootloader, firmware and software is installed in all components, including BPCM (Battery Pack Control Modules), battery modules and BDUs (Battery Disconnect Units).
  • Measure voltages on all battery modules and confirm all modules and cells are within acceptable charge variation.
  • BDU and BPCM function with the electrical harness and verify communication between all electronic components.
  • Log their checks and the results of those checks in an electronic log.
  • Sign off on final kit release to build team.
  • In the case of test failures, the Engineer will perform initial root cause analysis and determine the corrective action, bringing in software or hardware team members as needed.


POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent
  • Good working knowledge of automotive traction batteries.
  • Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation, leading to successful issue resolution.
  • Self-starter and motivated to produce results and stay on schedule.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills across work teams.
  • High level of organization and attention to detail.
  • Good people skills and maintaining positive environment across work teams.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Google Suite.
  • DRIVEN ACTION ORIENTED, SELF MOTIVATED, OPERATES WITH LITTLE SUPERVISION.
  • EAGER TO LEARN AND CONTRIBUTE.
  • WILLING TO START EARLY OR STAY LATE EITHER WITH ADJUSTED HOURS (E.G. 6:30AM-2:30 PM OR 11 AM-7PM OR THRU OVERTIME, MAY REQUIRE 1-3 HOURS OCCASIONALLY ON SATURDAY.
  • 3 YR MINIMUM Experience
  • 100% ONSITE @ CTC: SOME TRAVEL OCCASIONALLY TO LOCAL TEST CENTERS PERHAPS E.G. WARREN OR AUBURN HILLS.
  • No requirement to Drive a client Vehicle.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Electrical Engineering degree.
  • Proficient with Sharepoint and online databases.
  • 5+ Years work experience.
  • CAPL scripting experience.
  • Experience with assembly and validation of automotive traction batteries or other electrical devices.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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