Senior Electrical Test Engineer

generac; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Canada seeks a Senior Electrical Test Engineer for its BESS Engineering Team. The role coordinates testing of ESS, PCS, and generator systems, develops test plans, and records results, driving validation from component to system level.

You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines, perform root cause analyses, and mentor junior staff, while supporting safety standards and regulatory requirements. Typical schedule is Fri–Mon, 9am–5pm EST.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with stored energy and high levels of AC/DC current and voltage.
• Hands-on experience running tests on complex electronic components and/or systems, including oscilloscopes and power supplies.
• Experience developing component and/or system-level Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports.
• Strong decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing on ESS, PCS, and generator systems, including droop curve analysis and firmware testing.
• Generate site plans and single line diagrams (SLDs) using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve testing issues and align test scope.
• Develop test plans and procedures for battery energy storage products and validate system-level performance.
• Execute electrical, functional, environmental, and reliability testing of BESS hardware and control systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for issues identified during development or field operation.
• Document test plans, procedures, reports, and validation results.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Test planning

Root cause analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Modbus

Creo

Oscilloscopes

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

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Seeking a Senior Electrical Test Engineer for our BESS Engineering Team . This position is a member of a test engineering team working Friday through Monday with typical working hours of 9am to 5pm EST.

The Senior Electrical Test Engineer is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and execution of testing activities for battery and inverter systems. This role schedules and coordinates test teams, develops test plans, oversees test bench work order coordination, executes and records test results, and produces deviation and fault records. The Test Technologist also develops commissioning documentation based on established test procedures. This individual will drive component, subsystem, and system-level validation activities, perform root cause analysis, and develop corrective actions for issues identified during product development, manufacturing, and field operation.

This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct testing on ESS, PCS, and generator systems, including droop curve analysis of bidirectional inverters; validated new firmware settings; and performed operational testing and software debugging for new inverters and BMS systems.
  Generate site plans and single line diagrams (SLDs) using AutoCAD
  Coordinate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve testing issues and ensure alignment on test scope
• Conduct testing on BESS products and subsystems, including assembly of test setups, wiring of high-voltage and low-voltage circuits, configuration of batteries, power conversion equipment, load banks, and monitoring systems, as well as execution of component and system-level validation tests.
• Perform testing involving stored energy systems and high levels of AC/DC current and voltage while following all applicable safety procedures and industry standards.
• Support the development of component, subsystem, and system-level test plans, validation strategies, and test procedures for battery energy storage products.
• Execute electrical, functional, performance, environmental, reliability, and abuse testing of BESS hardware and control systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop solutions for issues identified during product development, manufacturing, commissioning, and field operation.
• Analyze test data and system performance to verify compliance with product requirements, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Formally document test plans, test procedures, test reports, validation results, and technical issues.
• Drive resolution of technical issues and escalation significant concerns to engineering leadership as required.
• Collaborate with electrical, firmware, software, systems, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers, as well as internal and external partners, to optimize complex energy storage system designs.
• Support product certifications and compliance testing activities, including applicable energy storage and power conversion standards.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Competence and experience working with stored energy and high levels of AC/DC current and voltage.
• Hands-on experience running tests on complex electronic components and/or systems, including the use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other various electronic test equipment/meters.
• Experience developing component and/or system-level Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports.
• Skills and experience determining the root cause of complex electronic hardware issues identified during testing, manufacturing, or in the field.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Additional Skills Preferred

• AutoCAD, Modbus pull
• knowledge of E-TAP, Creo
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with PCBA design and manufacturing.
• Firmware development and validation experience.
• Experience with the design and development of high-power electronics.
• Experience with renewable energy products and energy storage systems.
• Experience testing and validating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), battery management systems (BMS), power conversion systems (PCS), or grid-connected energy systems.
• Familiarity with lithium-ion battery technologies, battery safety standards, and energy storage performance testing.
• Knowledge of UL 9540, UL 9540A, UL 1973, IEEE 1547, NFPA 855, and other ap