Test Engineer

Alva Industries AS; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Alva Industries AS in Trondheim is seeking an Engineer to test and analyze electric motor products. You will join the Test & Validation team within the engineering department and work with design and test engineers to ensure reliable, high-performing motors for drones, gimbals and robotics.

The role involves hands-on testing, data logging, and developing test rigs plus updating test code in C#/.NET to automate cycles and data capture.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.).
• Strong theoretical understanding of electric machines.
• Able to use code (C#/C++/Python) to automate testing and data logging.
• Basic mechanical and electrical competency to set up test rigs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests to validate the design and behavior of our motors.
• Design, upgrade and commission test rigs based on test requirements.
• Update and expand test code (C# / .NET) to automate test cycles and manage data logging.
• Document the design and functionality of the test rigs.
• Train and assist personnel using our test rigs.

Skills

Electric machines theory

Test automation

C#/C++/Python

Test rigs setup

Data logging

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc.

Tools

ESCs

Power analyzers

Soldering

Job description

• Sektor Privat

Test and analyze electric motor products, design and commission test rigs, and update test code (C#/.NET) for automation.

• Engineering degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.)
• Strong theoretical understanding of electric machines
• Ability to use code (C#, C++, Python or similar) for test automation
• Basic mechanical and electrical competency to set up test rigs
• Experience with ESCs, soldering, or power analyzers is preferred

Introduction

We are searching for a talented Engineer with the skills needed to test and analyze electric motor products. You will be a part of the Test & Validation team within the engineering department that develops best-in-class electric machines for exciting applications such as drones, gimbals, and robotics. The position will entail a diverse mix of tasks revolving around the testing and validation of growing product portfolio, you will work closely both with design engineers and other test engineers to realize the team’s goal of creating reliable and high performing electric motors.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in the testing and data logging of electric machines and possess a good working knowledge of how electric machines work and how they are controlled.

This role is ideally suited to an Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer who has a strong interest in all aspects of testing and validation of electric machines and preferably enjoys the hands‑on aspects of setting up and commissioning test rigs to undertake the defined tests and collect the required data.

Introduction

We are searching for a talented Engineer with the skills needed to test and analyze electric motor products. You will be a part of the Test & Validation team within the engineering department that develops best-in-class electric machines for exciting applications such as drones, gimbals, and robotics. The position will entail a diverse mix of tasks revolving around the testing and validation of growing product portfolio, you will work closely both with design engineers and other test engineers to realize the team’s goal of creating reliable and high performing electric motors.

The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in the testing and data logging of electric machines and possess a good working knowledge of how electric machines work and how they are controlled.

This role is ideally suited to an Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer who has a strong interest in all aspects of testing and validation of electric machines and preferably enjoys the hands‑on aspects of setting up and commissioning test rigs to undertake the defined tests and collect the required data.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Testing

• Conduct tests to validate the design and behavior of our motors.
• Execute test cases submitted by the engineering and commercial team.
• Document and communicate test results to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyze and organize test data and results.
• Create test procedures and documentation to ensure consistent results.
• Train and assist personnel using our test rigs.
• Work with design engineers to understand the test aims and assist in writing procedures to standardize and document test methodologies.

Engineering

• Design, upgrade and commission test rigs based on test requirements.
• Update and expand our test code (C# / .NET) to automate test cycles and manage data logging.
• Document the design and functionality of the test rigs.

Other Tasks

• Maintain test rigs, work areas and tested motors, ensuring all equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Troubleshoot and fault find both test instrumentation and electric machines.

Skills & CompetenciesEssential

• Relevant engineering degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.).
• Strong theoretical understanding of electric machines.
• Able to use code (C#/C++/Python other similar) to automate testing and data logging.
• Basic mechanical and electrical competency needed to set‑up and commission test rigs independently.

Preferred

• Experience with the use of ESCs to control electric machines.
• Experience with soldering, electrical or machine shop work.
• Familiarity with power analyzers and/or other electrical inspection and measurement instruments.
• Previous experience in testing or quality assurance.
• Experience with test and measurement standards.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical – You have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Practical skills – E.g. you can manufacture test adapters or fixtures.
• Conscientious – You enjoy performing work thoroughly and until completion.
• Handle complexity – You can solve complex problems and progress several projects in parallel.
• Process oriented – You can turn reoccurring work into effective processes that require low maintenance.
• High work capacity – You can step up when needed.
• Motivated to improve – Ability to frequently evaluate your own performance, welcome criticism and reflect on your own reactions and thoughts.

• C++ (Programming language)
• Python (dataprogrammering)

Founded in 2017, Alva has grown to over fortypeople with reliable funding and an ingenious and patented production technology with proven superiority over conventional alternatives. Our FiberPrinting technology enables the production of low-weight, high-efficiency electric frameless motors for a wide range of applications.

We are currently expanding our product range and on‑site manufacturing facilities to meet market demand. All our motors are designed and manufactured here at our facilities in Trondheim, where we develop not only the motors but also the innovative and patented manufacturing tools and processes that allow us to extract the maximum potential from our FiberPrinting technology.