Electrical Test Technician

Actalent; Tennessee; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Battery Test Technician to develop and execute detailed test plans for vehicle systems with emphasis on battery performance. You will select instrumentation, install sensors, and verify data acquisition, ensuring data quality and safety during testing on tracks and roads.

You will analyze results, diagnose issues, and propose corrective actions while maintaining equipment and contributing to testing standards. Proficiency with Jira and prototype environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in electronics and engineering principles relevant to vehicle and battery systems.
• Hands-on troubleshooting for electronic and mechanical vehicle components.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings for instrumentation.
• Experience with test equipment used in vehicle and battery testing, setup, operation, and calibration.
• Software testing experience for new vehicles, including data collection and defect reporting.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and test procedures.
• Experience with prototype vehicles or components in a test environment.
• Proficient in documenting test results and using Jira or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans for vehicle systems, emphasizing battery performance.
• Select appropriate instrumentation and equipment for test objectives.
• Instrument vehicles including sensors and data acquisition systems.
• Ensure data quality, completeness, and integrity across tests.
• Conduct vehicle testing on tracks, public roads, and controlled environments.
• Analyze data to identify performance issues and anomalies.
• Diagnose root causes and propose corrective actions or design improvements.
• Document results and recommendations with clear reporting in Jira.
• Collaborate with design, development, and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues.
• Contribute to test methodologies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment for accuracy and reliability.
• Follow work instructions and prototype testing procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in vehicle and battery testing.

Skills

Electronics basics

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Test equipment

Data collection

Jira

Prototype testing

Documentation

Tools

DAQ systems

Sensors

Calibration equipment

Job description

Job Title: Battery Test Technician

Job Description

The Battery Test Technician develops and executes comprehensive test plans for vehicle systems and components, with a focus on battery-related performance and reliability. This role involves selecting and installing appropriate instrumentation, conducting tests in a variety of environments, analyzing data to diagnose issues, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans for vehicle systems and components, with emphasis on battery performance and durability.
• Select appropriate test instrumentation and equipment based on test objectives and vehicle system requirements.
• Instrument vehicles accurately, including installation, configuration, and verification of sensors and data acquisition systems.
• Ensure the quality, completeness, and integrity of data recorded during all test activities.
• Conduct vehicle testing on test tracks, public roads, and controlled environments in accordance with defined procedures and safety guidelines.
• Analyze test data to identify performance issues, defects, and anomalies in vehicle systems and battery components.
• Diagnose root causes of issues uncovered during testing and propose corrective actions or design improvements.
• Document test results, findings, and recommendations clearly and concisely, including detailed reporting in Jira.
• Work collaboratively with design, development, and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and resolve identified issues.
• Contribute to the development, refinement, and implementation of test methodologies, procedures, and standards for vehicle and battery testing.
• Maintain, calibrate, and verify test equipment regularly to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with test requirements.
• Follow work instructions and prototype testing procedures to ensure consistent and repeatable test execution.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and advancements in vehicle and battery testing technologies and incorporate best practices into daily work.

Essential Skills

• Strong foundation in electronics and engineering principles relevant to vehicle and battery systems.
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving issues in electronic and mechanical vehicle components.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings for instrumentation and vehicle systems.
• Experience with test equipment used in vehicle and battery testing, including setup, operation, and calibration.
• Practical experience in software testing for new vehicles, including data collection and defect reporting.
• Ability to follow and apply detailed work instructions and test procedures consistently.
• Experience working with prototype vehicles or components in a test or development environment.
• Proficiency in documenting test results and issues clearly, including using Jira or similar tools for tracking findings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience contributing to the development of test methodologies and standards.
• Familiarity with cross-functional collaboration between design, development, and manufacturing teams.
• Comfort working in environments that require adaptability, organization, and proactive problem solving.

Work Environment

This role is based fully onsite in a hands-on, dynamic, and sometimes unstructured environment. The Battery Test Technician works directly with prototype vehicles and test equipment, often in test tracks, public roads, and controlled test facilities. The position involves frequent interaction with engineering and development teams, use of various electronic instrumentation and data acquisition tools, and adherence to safety and test procedures in a fast-paced setting

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loudon, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Loudon,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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