Senior Battery Test Engineer

Advanced Innergy Testing Ltd; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus up to 15%

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced pension contributions

Job summary

AIS, a global leader in testing services, seeks a Senior Battery Test Engineer to lead the delivery of advanced battery testing programmes for automotive and energy sectors in Aberdare.

You will set up and execute complex battery tests, review reports, and provide technical guidance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, on-time delivery of high-quality results. Salary up to £60,000 DOE with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in design, development, validation and execution of battery test solutions.
• Strong knowledge of battery systems, electronics and lab equipment.
• Experience with CAN communications and vehicle networks.
• Proficient data analysis using industry tools and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead setup, development and execution of complex battery tests.
• Prepare and present technical reports with recommendations from tests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align requirements.
• Provide technical leadership for new testing capabilities and processes.
• Support planning, resources and on-time delivery with safe practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing efficiency and quality.
• Maintain safety standards and governance of procedures.
• Lead customer-facing testing activities and deliver insights.

Skills

Battery testing

CAN networks

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Project collaboration

Education

BSc in Engineering

Tools

Vector

MATLAB/Simulink

Excel

Vehicle logging systems

Job description

Senior Battery Test Engineer

Aberdare, UK

Salary up to £60,000.00 per annum DOE

The role:

AIS as a global leader in testing services, is now further expanding its testing services in and within the automotive and energy sectors. As part of this, AIS is seeking a Senior Battery Test Engineer to lead the delivery of advanced battery testing programmes and support the continued growth of these testing sectors.

What will you do as our Senior Battery Test Engineer?

• Lead the setup, development and execution of complex battery testing procedures and engineering services.
• Prepare, review and present clear, accurate technical reports and provide engineering recommendations based on test results.
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional technical teams and customers to ensure effective test setup, requirement alignment and successful project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise to support the development of new testing capabilities, methodologies and operational processes.
• Support line management with technical planning, resource allocation and project delivery to ensure programmes are delivered safely, on time and to the highest standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across battery testing activities, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, capability and quality.
• Maintain and champion health and safety standards within the department, including the development, implementation and governance of new procedures.
• Lead customer-facing testing activities, providing technical guidance, resolving complex issues and delivering high-quality results and insights.

What are we looking for in our Senior Battery Test Engineer?

• BSc in an engineering with relevant professional qualifications.
• Experience in the design, development, validation and execution of battery test solutions.
• Strong experience with battery systems, associated electronics and laboratory test equipment.
• Experience with CAN communication systems, vehicle networks and the setup of integrated vehicle logging systems.
• Proficient in data analysis using industry-standard battery testing and automation tools (e.g. Vector, MATLAB / Simulink, C and Excel).
• Qualified to work on high voltage DC (automotive) systems.
• Able to effectively prioritise multiple activities and deliver against challenging deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

What are the benefits of being our Senior Battery Test Engineer?

• Salary up to £60,000.00 per annum depending on experience
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme of up to 15%
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contributions (matched)
• Life insurance 4x annual salary
• Access to well-being programmes
• Cycle to work scheme

An ambitious business committed to embracing innovation and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. AIS is a global leader in the engineering, manufacture and application of fire protection & insulation, marine, renewables and subsea solutions. Through continued innovation and strategic acquisitions, including testing capabilities and aquaculture technologies, AIS continues to expand its advanced materials, testing, and marine technology offering across a diverse range of sectors. Our advanced material solutions protect life, assets and infrastructure across the energy, offshore wind, industrial, automotive, chemical, defence, marine and power sectors, performing in some of the world’s most demanding environments, on land and at sea.

Our values

• We are responsible, using our influence wisely and taking ownership of our actions.
• We are candid, building honest relationships through openness and trust.
• We are perceptive, applying our expertise to spot opportunities and make them count.
• And we are fearless, harnessing innovation to solve complex problems.

If you would like to join an award winning, forward thinking organisation that recognises its people as fundamental to its success, we would love to hear from you.

If you experience any difficulty applying for our vacancies or would like to discuss our recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].