Battery Test Automation Engineer

Contechs Consulting; Warwick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading automotive consultancy in Gaydon is seeking a Battery Test Automation Engineer to develop automation tools for HV Traction Battery Systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills in CAPL, Python, and C++, alongside expertise in communication protocols. A degree in a related field is essential. This contract role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• Highly proficient in programming languages including CAPL, Python, and C++.
• Expert on CAN/FlexRay/LIN/Ethernet communication protocols.
• Experience in data analysis and visualisation tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver automation tools for development and design verification.
• Manage automation tools across internal facilities and external test houses.
• Provide troubleshooting support for battery test automation tools.

Skills

CAPL programming

Python programming

C++ programming

CAN communication protocols

FlexRay communication protocols

LIN communication protocols

Ethernet communication protocols

Data analysis

Visualisation tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Systems, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

AVL Concerto

Tableau

Minitab

Vector CANalyzer

VehicleSpy

Job description

Order Ref: (phone number removed)

Position Title: Battery Test Automation Engineer

Duration: Contract

Location: Gaydon

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Gaydon, who are seeking a Battery Test Automation Engineer to join their team

Duties:

• The Battery Test Automation Engineer role will focus on the delivery of automation tools in support of the development and design verification (DV) of the Clients' HV Traction Battery Systems.
• You will operate across our internal facilities and external test houses managing automation tools, leading the development of these tools and guiding our colleagues and partners on their use, ensuring adherence to the Clients' safety policies and procedures and planning for future test capabilities, requirements and applications.
• You'll have responsibility for providing the first line trouble shooting and diagnostic support for all battery test automation tools and issue management across our battery test field.
• You'll be working with a wide range of engineering customers, skilled test facility operators, suppliers, external agencies and organisations.
• You'll have responsibility for providing tools and analysing issues across the field to ensure minimal downtime and maximum test efficiency.

Skills:

• Highly proficient in programming languages including CAPL, Python and C++
• Expert on CAN/FlexRay/LIN/Ethernet Communication protocols, including use of CANoe and CANalyzer for HV system analysis, diagnostics and test automation
• Experience in data analysis and visualisation tools and platforms including AVL Concerto, CANalyzer, Tableau, Minitab
• Experience with automotive network interface tools (such as Vector CANalyzer/CANape/CANoe, INCA, VehicleSpy).
• Comprehensive understanding of High Voltage HEV/BEV powertrain systems.
• Technical expertise in HV Battery and Charging technology and facility operations.
• The ability to validate, prepare and read engineering documents and electrical schematics.
• Significant experience of data analysis and reporting issues to first-line and senior management
• Natural problem-solver with structured approach to problem solving in a technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety requirements, Risk Assessment, COSHH and SDS.
• Significant experience with data acquisition and control systems.
• Technical expertise and significant experience of test facility operations and system under test Preparation.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency to produce plans, presentations, graphs, process documentation and Single Point Lessons (SPL).
• A full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualifications.

Education:

• Educated to a minimum of Degree level in a Systems, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic or related field.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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