Test Engineer - Quiescent Current Measurements (QC Testing)

Bertrandt; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Bertrandt is seeking a Test Engineer specializing in quiescent current measurements to support verification of next‑generation vehicles within the Thermal & Energy Management domain.

You will ensure energy targets are met and vehicle systems operate reliably across all states, contributing to development and validation in a collaborative, international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Experience in testing and validation of automotive electrical/electronic systems.
• Good understanding of vehicle electrical architecture and energy management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute quiescent current measurements on vehicles and subsystems.
• Verify functionality and performance of Thermal & Energy Management systems.
• Analyze measurement data and identify sources of excessive energy consumption.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of electrical/electronic systems.
• Work with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and other vehicle networks during testing.

Skills

Data analysis

Automotive electrical testing

CAN tools

Python scripting

English communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical related field

Tools

CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape

Python

Job description

Test Engineer - Quiescent Current Measurements (QC Testing)

Location: Göteborg, Sweden

We are looking for a Test Engineer specializing in Quiescent Current (QC) Measurements to support the development and verification of next‑generation vehicles within the Thermal & Energy Management domain.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that vehicle electrical systems meet energy consumption targets and function reliably throughout all vehicle states.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute quiescent current measurements on complete vehicles and subsystems.
• Verify functionality and performance of Thermal & Energy Management systems.
• Analyze measurement data and identify sources of excessive energy consumption.
• Perform root cause analysis and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems.
• Work with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and other vehicle communication networks during testing activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to investigate and resolve vehicle‑level issues.
• Develop, maintain, and improve test methods, test cases, and verification procedures.
• Document test results and provide clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Support validation activities in laboratory, workshop, and vehicle environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in testing and validation of automotive electrical and electronic systems.
• Good understanding of vehicle electrical architecture and energy management principles.
• Experience using measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, data loggers, and current measurement systems.
• Knowledge of CAN‑based tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape, or similar.
• Experience with data analysis and problem‑solving in complex technical environments.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Quiescent Current Measurements, Battery Drain Analysis, or Energy Consumption Verification.
• Experience within Thermal Management systems or vehicle climate functions.
• Knowledge of battery systems, charging systems, and electrified vehicles.
• Experience with test automation and scripting languages such as Python.
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience working in automotive development projects.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and detail‑oriented.
• Structured and methodical in your approach.
• Self‑driven with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
• Passionate about innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility.

Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of future mobility solutions.
• Challenging and rewarding projects within Thermal & Energy Management.
• A collaborative and international working environment.
• Professional growth and continuous development opportunities.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge automotive technologies and verification methods.

Join us and help shape the future of energy‑efficient and electrified vehicles.