Battery Pack Test Engineer

Canoo; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canoo is seeking a Battery Pack Test Engineer to join the Propulsion group. You will lead electrical and mechanical testing of battery cells, modules, and packs, interfacing with other engineering disciplines to deliver reliable battery solutions for vehicle production.

Responsibilities include developing test plans, creating automated scripts, analyzing data, and supporting cross-functional teams. Travel up to 25% may be required. This is a full-time on-site role in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Mechanical/Software or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Battery System Development.
• Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems.
• Self-starter; able to work independently.
• Experience with vehicle communication protocols CAN, LIN and isoSPI.

Responsibilities

• Test battery cells and modules (Electrical and Mechanical).
• Test Battery Pack design components including Battery Disconnect Units and DC/DC Converter.
• Support battery testing activities: Performance, Reliability, Safety, and Regulatory Tests.
• Develop detailed test plans based on specs and industry standards.
• Create automated test scripts to validate battery features and functions.
• Record and analyze test data; support root cause analysis.
• Develop in-house software and hardware tools to monitor battery systems during testing.
• Design test harnesses and test stand concepts; prepare fabrication drawings and instrumentation lists.
• Specify data collection requirements and ensure test setups gather data; correlate life testing to life predictions.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-starter

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Software

Tools

CANalyzer/CANoe/CANape

HV Power Supplies

Thermal chambers

Oscilloscope

Data acquisition systems

Python

C

VBA

Job description

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Description

Job Title

Battery Pack Test Engineer

About Canoo

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class teamto deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.

The “Canoo Way”

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

Job Purpose

As a Battery Pack Test Engineer, you will be part of Canoo’s Battery Pack Team within the Propulsion group and will be responsible for the electrical and mechanical testing of Battery Cells, Battery Modules, and Battery Pack and Energy Storage Systems. As the Battery Pack Test Engineer, you will be expected to communicate cross-functionally across all engineering disciplines to engineers and deliver high-quality Battery Pack and Energy Storage Solutions(s) for vehicle production.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position)

• Test battery cells Electrical and Mechanical (Including Thermal) performance
• Test battery Module and Battery Pack design and components including Battery Disconnect Units, DC/DC Converter Battery Modules and Mechanical and Thermal Battery Pack components.
• Support battery testing activities such as Performance, Reliability, Safety, and Regulatory Tests
• Develop detailed test plans for battery systems and components based on vehicle technical specifications, exploratory test requests and industry standards
• Perform developmental test cases to explore the boundary performance of battery systems
• Creation of automated test scripts to validate battery features and functions
• Record and analyze test data, document test findings, and support root cause analysis and issue resolution efforts
• Develop in-house software and hardware tools required to monitor battery systems safely and consistently during testing
• Design Tests Harnesses and test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, and instrumentation lists
• Select and create specifications for components, tools, and setups to conduct various battery tests
• Manage the vehicle validation process activities during the product design lifecycle from product concept to production launch
• Specify data collection requirements and ensure test setups and test equipment gather specified data. Correlate life testing to life predictions, refining analysis/models, and collaborating with CAE engineers.
• Support Cross-Functional Team Members as Needed

Required Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Software or related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Battery System Development
• Strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Self-starter/ability to work independently
• Multi-tasker, cover multiple projects at once

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/software/mechatronics engineering or equivalent
• 3+ years previous experience in design or test engineering environment, automotive is a plus
• Knowledge in vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, LIN and isoSPI
• Experience with CAN Communication tools (i.e. CANAlyzer, CANoe, CANape)
• Hand-on experience operating HV Power Supplies, thermal chambers, and measurements tools (sensors, oscilloscope, data acquisition systems)
• Experience creating schematics and designing fixtures for testing
• Experience creating automation and data analysis scripts (C, Python, VBA, Arduino)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication with ability to create effective, data-driven reports.
• Good problem-solving, and trouble-shooting skills
• Strong drive to learn, willingness to ask questions & take initiative
• Familiarity with ISO26262, functional safety

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% depending on program phase.

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 25 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
• Equity Compensation
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Equal Opportunity Statement

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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