Battery Test Lead

2 Months ago • 8 Years + • $172,574 PA - $193,283 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Battery Test Lead at Wisk, you will lead a team and be responsible for energy storage and power systems test infrastructure setup and test execution, including development, validation, and qualification testing. You will design, implement, and maintain a state-of-the-art battery testing laboratory, establish testing procedures, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and coordinate testing with design engineers. Your role is crucial in ensuring the safety and reliability of all-electric, autonomous flight.

Must have:

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field.
8+ years of battery testing experience, focus on abuse & environmental testing.
Proven experience in leading and managing a team of engineers and technicians.
Strong understanding of battery chemistry, BMS, and charging systems.
Deep experience with battery testing equipment and data acquisition systems.
Familiarity with industry standards such as UL, IEC, and SA

Perks:

Competitive base salary
Annual bonus
Long-term incentive
401K
Health benefits

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Job Details

At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Battery Test Lead to join our team. The goal of a Battery Test Lead at Wisk is to lead the team and be responsible for energy storage and power systems test infrastructure set-up and test execution including development testing, validation testing and qualification testing. You will be part of the ESPS Energy Storage & Power System team that is accountable to deliver the test infrastructure for both de-risk, development, verification, end-of-line and qualification testing, also the test execution

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Mountain View office.

What you will do:

As part of the ESPS organization, and responsible for test infrastructure development and management
Design, implement, and maintain a state-of-the-art battery cell, module, pack, system, power distribution testing laboratory, including equipment selection, procurement, and calibration
Establish and optimize testing infrastructure and procedure for abuse testing (e.g., crush, nail penetration, thermal runaway), environmental testing (e.g., temperature cycling, humidity), de-risk testing, qualification testing (e.g., UL, IEC), and HIL testing.
Develop and maintain data acquisition and analysis systems to efficiently process and interpret test results.
Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and industry standards.
Coordinate and execute the development, de-risk and qualification testing with design engineers
Coordinate and support the development of end-of-line test hardware, procedure with manufacturing

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in battery testing, with a focus on abuse testing, environmental testing, qualification testing, and BMS HIL testing.
Proven experience in leading and managing a team of engineers and technicians
Strong technical understanding of battery chemistry, electrochemistry, and performance characteristics, Battery Management System, Battery Charging
Deep experience with battery testing equipment and data acquisition systems
Familiarity with industry standards such as UL, IEC, and SA

$172,574 - $193,283 a year

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent total rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range the Company expects to pay: $172,574 - $193,283 per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.