Senior Test Engineer

Anthro Energy, Inc.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days and holidays

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with match

Parental leave and flexible return-to-

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Anthro Energy, Inc. is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to manage the battery test lab, oversee multiple technicians, and drive data-driven testing across R&D, Manufacturing and Facilities in Alameda, CA.

You will specify and commission new equipment, deploy automated data pipelines, develop test protocols and ensure safety and quality with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of science in engineering, physics, chemistry, or related field.
• Experience with battery cyclers (Landt, Neware, MACCOR, Arbin).
• Experience managing high-value equipment in an industrial setting.
• Experience leading multi-stakeholder R&D projects.
• Familiarity with Python, JMP, SQL, and networking to manage data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage all operations within Anthro’s battery test lab.
• Collaborate with Data Systems to improve data accessibility.
• Install, calibrate and troubleshoot battery cycling equipment per ISO 9001.
• Develop custom test solutions and reliability test methods.
• Oversee test protocol development and approval processes.
• Foster a safe, collaborative, ownership-focused team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Physics/C Chemistry

Tools

Python

SQL

JMP

Data pipelines

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Test Engineer manages the battery test lab and is responsible for operations related to cell testing and battery materials characterization. This person will work cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Data Systems, and Facilities to continuously elevate safety, accuracy and efficiency within a mission-critical lab. They will help specify and commission new equipment, create and maintain automated data pipelines, oversee the deployment of new test protocols and allocate test resources (cyclers, environmental chambers, mechanical testers, etc.) This person will oversee multiple technicians and should be comfortable with written and verbal communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all operations within Anthro’s battery test lab
• Work closely with Data Systems team to improve data accessibility
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot battery cycling equipment in accordance with ISO 9001 Standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to create custom test solutions, advanced metrology techniques and reliability test methods
• Oversee battery test protocol development and approval process
• Promote a safe, collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on ownership, technical rigor, and cross-functional success.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated experience using battery cyclers (Landt, Neware, MACCOR, Arbin, etc)
• Proven ability to manage sensitive, high-value equipment in an industrial setting
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder projects in an R&D setting
• Familiarity with python, JMP, SQL, and computer networking principles to manage data pipelines and analysis
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Notion, Trello)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Salary & Compensation

• Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience. Expected salary range for posted level is $120k-160k

Benefits & Perks

• 15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents
• 401k with match
• Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy
• Diverse and inclusive work environment