Test & Validation Technician - 1st Shift

LG Energy Solution; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision fully paid by

Disability and life insurance paid by

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with company match

Global company with growth potential

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) seeks a test technician to support testing of battery cells and packs. You will design, set up and execute tests per customer specs, calibrate equipment, and help ensure data quality for engineers.

Strong attention to detail and proficiency with MS Office are essential. Responsibilities include routine instrument maintenance, data collection, and collaboration with engineers to refine test procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience.
• 1 to 3+ years of test technician experience in battery or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design/set-up/perform tests according to customer specifications.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure availability and functionality.
• Examine components and repair those not meeting requirements.
• Calibrate equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with engineers to design/test procedures.
• Summarize results using MS Excel and Word; review with test engineers.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during testing and assembly.
• Provide accurate data to engineers; adhere to 5S3R standards and cleaning SOPs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Test equipment operation

Data collection

Planning & organization

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Report writing

Education

Associates Degree or Vocational Certificate

Tools

Calibration equipment

Job description

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are paid 100% by LG Energy Solution!

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com

Summary:

In this role, you will provide engineering support to safely complete assigned tasks on time while following specific procedures and processes to perform the required testing.

Responsibilities:

• Design/set-up/perform a variety of tests according to customer specifications and requirements
• Perform daily maintenance and calibration of equipment and tooling to ensure operational availability and functionality
• Examine components according to specified standards and repair units or products that do not meet the requirements
• Perform and assist with calibration of equipment and preventive maintenance of test equipment
• Collaborate with engineers in designing or setting up test procedures
• Ensure equipment is working properly and able to test the performance of prototypes, new, and existing cells
• Summarize test results using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Collaborate with test engineers to review results and document any irregularities or inconsistencies
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues encountered during testing and assembly
• Provide meaningful and accurate data to the engineers
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

• 1 to 3+ years of experience as a test technician and/or possessing an Associate Degree or higher in the battery field
• Experience with instrumentation and data collection

Skills:

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Planning and organizational skills
• Effective and efficient time management
• Strong attention to detail
• Creative, innovative, and solutions-oriented
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in the use of multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other basic instruments
• Report writing and document analysis skills
• Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve

Physical:

• Must be able properly and regularly utilize the following PPE for a period of up to 12 hours
  • Safety glass
  • Steel-toed shoes
  • Clean room suit
  • Lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
  • Stoop, twist, bend
  • Reach overhead
  • Sit and/or stand
  • Climb

Benefits Overview:

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO