Battery Pack Test and Validation Engineer

4 Months ago • 3-5 Years

Testing

Job Description

As a Battery Test and Validation Engineer at Fluence, you will be responsible for leading the testing and validation of advanced energy storage systems, ensuring they meet industry standards and performance benchmarks. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, execute, and analyze tests, driving improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency. Responsibilities include developing and executing test plans for battery modules and packs, establishing protocols for validation tests, analyzing test results, troubleshooting technical issues, and documenting findings. This role requires a strong understanding of product attributes and standards, and involves working with project management to maintain schedules. This role requires travel as needed 25-50% depending on the program cycle.

Good To Have:

Knowledge of thermal management systems.
Experience working in cross-functional teams.
Passion for innovation in energy storage.

Must Have:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
3-5 years of battery testing experience.
Experience with battery testing equipment.
Experience with statistical validation.
Proficiency in testing tools and data analysis software.
Familiarity with UL, IEC, and ISO standards.
Experience with HALT and HAST testing.
Experience with instrumentation and data logging.
Hands-on experience with DOE and root cause analysis.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

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About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

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All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

As a Battery Test and Validation Engineer, you will lead the testing and validation of advanced energy storage systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and performance benchmarks. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, execute, and analyze tests, driving improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency.

As the Test and Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Develop and execute test plans for battery modules and packs, including structural, thermal, and safety testing.
Develop test setups for cell, component, module and pack level testing, including instrumentation.
Analyze test results and provide actionable insights to R&D teams to enhance product development.
Establish protocols for environmental, electrical, and mechanical validation tests.
Collaborate with external test facilities to plan and conduct tests.
Oversee external testing on site.
Develop internal testing capabilities by identifying equipment needs and working with suppliers to acquire needed equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during testing and validation phases.
Document findings and communicate effectively across engineering teams.
Understand product attributes and standards, be able to apply them to testing.
Work with project management to track and maintain schedule.
Travel as needed, 25-50%, depending on program cycle

What you will bring to Fluence:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
3-5 years of experience in battery testing, validation, or related fields.
Experience with battery testing equipment (Arbin, Bitrode, NHR, Digitron, etc)
Experience with statistical validation.
Experience with HALT and HAST testing.
Experience with instrumentation and data logging.
Proficiency in testing tools and data analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
Familiarity with UL, IEC, and ISO standards for batteries.
Hands-on experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and root cause analysis.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of thermal management systems and battery safety protocols.
Experience working in cross-functional teams.
Passion for innovation in energy storage technologies.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.

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