Senior Cell Validation Engineer

Clarios•Glendale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Cell Validation Engineer is responsible for planning, executing and maintaining validation activities at Clarios’ Lithium Ion and Advanced Products Laboratory. The engineer will also collaborate with cross-functional teams (cells, modelling, and functional safety teams) to create test specifications that will characterize the electrical, life, and safety performance of different cell chemistries. This role will be onsite in Glendale five days a week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution
5 years’ minimum experience in advanced cells testing, preferably in automotive or energy storage applications
Experience with cell modeling and data analysis tools
Hands-on expertise with cells tests equipment and diagnostics tools
Solid communication, presentation and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with using Bitrode, Arbin, Maccors battery testers, experience with Digatron programming is a plus
Strong skills in key software programs such as Excel, Word and Microsoft Project
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations
Knowledge of ultracapacitors/supercapacitors is a plus
Experience with CAD, 3D printing and fixtures design is a plus
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from stakeholders
Strong project management and process improvement skills
Ability to manage multiple projects/activities

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers to define test plans that meet requirements and test targets
Timely communication of key findings and test issues with all stakeholders
Manage and perform dozens of tests, across multiple cells chemistries, using different tests equipment
Recognize problems from test results and make appropriate recommendations
Able to program instrumentation and write test scripts
Compile data and generate test results and reports accurately and on time
Maintain and troubleshoot testing equipment including cyclers, chambers and computers
Monitor and maintain calibration of test equipment and instrumentation
Work collaboratively with the other functional groups to conduct root cause analysis
Support IATF 16949 audits and inspections by providing validation documents and evidence
Able to work independently following good laboratory practices and in a safe manner with zero recordable incidents or PPE violations
Source external test facilities for testing and supervise testing at outsourced labs when required
Train new employees on required testing procedures per the laboratory’s skills matrix such that they can operate independently with proficiency.