Senior Electrical Engineering Technician

A123 Systems

Novi, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Calibration, Communication Skills, Data Collection, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electronics, Energy Efficiency, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Validation, Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Laboratory, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Testing, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Lithium Battery, Low Voltage (LV), Lynx, Maintenance - Electrical, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Product Testing, Software Administration, Soldering, Test Data, Test Equipment, Testing, Vector Based, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Novi, MI
POSTED
Today
Li-Ion Battery Electronics/Module/Pack Test Engineer

A123 Systems, LLC is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion battery technologies and energy storage systems. Our solutions serve a wide range of applications, from traditional automotive batteries to utility-scaleand commercial & industrial (C&I) energy storage. Committed to safety, longevity, and energy efficiency, A123 delivers high-performance battery technology solutions with a strong commitment to grow and serve our customers, industry requirements with the goal to make the air cleaner.

Position Overview: Responsible for assisting the validation engineer with and the execution of Li-Ion Battery Electronics/Module/Pack test related activities in a lab environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support and assist with test setups and teardowns.
  • Assist in the test execution of Li Ion battery modules, packs, and systems.
  • Perform battery measurements, record data and provide quality interpretation of electrical data during pre-test, post-test including monitoring of all testing performed in A123's Validation lab.
  • Document tests through procedures, test logs, and photographs.
  • Assist validation engineer with the reporting/plotting of test results.
  • Assist validation engineers in electrical trouble shooting of A123 products and test equipment during various test efforts.
  • Operate battery and general lab test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, data loggers, DAQ systems, etc.) as needed to collect test data to be used for technical reports.
  • Fabrication of low voltage setups for test applications.
  • Troubleshoot and repair test equipment.
  • Support calibration activity of all applicable instrumentation and equipment in the Validation lab.
  • Assist development lab with any lab activities including harness and test box fabrication.

Specific Skills/Abilities:

  • Good communication skills (verbal and written) as well as a great attention to detail.
  • Experience with general automotive test specifics.
  • Knowledge of environmental thermal chamber operation, programming, and functionality (CSZ, Watlow F4, etc.).
  • Experience with general laboratory test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, etc.).
  • Experience with general lab operations (electrical troubleshooting, PCBA rework/soldering, test stand fabrication, fabrication of low voltage harnesses for test applications).
  • Experience with Microsoft Applications (MSWord, MS Excel, Visio, etc.).
  • Ability to lift items up to 30lbs.
  • Experience with Vector CAN based tools is a plus (CANalyzer, CANoe, etc).
  • Experience with battery testing and test systems (i.e. AeroVironment, AVL Lynx) is a plus.

Education/Experience:

  • Associates of Science in Engineering or equivalent job experience.
  • A strong background troubleshooting electrical systems.
  • Experience with automotive testing requirements and procedures.
  • Strong knowledge of general laboratory test equipment.

About the Company

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A123 Systems