High-Voltage Battery Abuse Test Specialist

Redwood Materials Inc.; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is seeking an Abuse Test Technician to support high-voltage battery testing, teardown, and failure analysis. This hands-on role focuses on safety-critical test procedures, handling battery packs and modules, and assisting in research to improve durability and sustainability.

You will tear down packs, set up tests, install sensors, document results, and maintain a clean lab. Experience with HV systems, test equipment, and following safety protocols is highly valued, with

Qualifications

• Experience with high-voltage systems or battery modules.
• Hands-on mechanical assembly and disassembly.
• Ability to read technical drawings and test procedures.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance.
• Excellent documentation and note-taking skills.
• Willingness to work in a lab/testing environment.
• Experience with electrical test equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform abuse tests on battery modules and packs, including thermal, electrical, and mechanical stress testing.
• Disassemble and tear down battery packs to analyze internal components, failure modes, and degradation patterns.
• Follow detailed test setup instructions to ensure accurate and repeatable testing.
• Install sensors, instrumentation, and harnessing on battery packs and test fixtures.
• Document test results with clear, detailed notes, photos, and reports.
• Work closely with engineers and safety teams to execute testing protocols safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and organized test lab, ensuring tools and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
• Assist in data collection and analysis to support battery performance and safety evaluations.
• Follow strict high-voltage safety protocols to ensure personal and team safety during all test procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and improve testing processes.

Skills

High-voltage systems

Mechanical assembly

Electrical harnessing

Safety procedures

Reading schematics

Documentation

Lab organization

HV testing equipment

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Redwood Materials is seeking an Abuse Test Technician to support high-voltage battery testing, teardown, and failure analysis. This hands-on role focuses on safety-critical test procedures, handling battery packs and modules, and assisting in research to improve durability and sustainability.

You will tear down packs, set up tests, install sensors, document results, and maintain a clean lab. Experience with HV systems, test equipment, and following safety protocols is highly valued, with