Test Software Engineer – Battery

This position will provide comprehensive production test engineering support to Proterra’s EV Battery Packs factory in Greer, SC., with occasional support to other sites if needed. In this role you will help design, develop, implement and maintain automated manufacturing test equipment for battery production lines. Your tests will verify mechanical and electrical systems in our battery packs to ensure that our customers get high-quality functional products. You will be a part of developing tests for new products and introduction of those tests into production. You will be identifying, developing, evaluating, improving, and commissioning testing equipment as well as support the manufacturing team to identify root causes and support technical corrective actions for battery pack testing and function. You will work with the functional teams to specify batteries testing, automation requirements and ensure compliant and efficient designs, lead the vendor and factory acceptance tests, software and hardware installations, design and execute batteries automation testing during commissioning and qualification test phases.About the Role – You will:Become the technical process expert for all testing throughout the battery pack manufacturing processDevelop and implement test scenarios and test scripts for battery productionBe involved in all phases of testing from design of parameters to troubleshooting errors and writing test procedures.Seek for continuous improvements to boost efficiency by reducing cycle time and wasteEnsure that all testing and procedures meet company and industry standardsFacilitate maintenance and servicing of test equipmentConduct root cause analysis on test failures and implement corrective actionsWork with manufacturing team to assure that relevant new product testing protocols are applied to serial productionTroubleshoot and detect any bug issues to ensure test software meets the developers’ purposeGain expert knowledge and ability to design, create, develop and manage test systems, for example, factory automation and battery test process automationLead the test methodology for battery packs and subassemblies, transforming product knowledge and specs into electrical and functional test methods and equipmentDesign, program, simulate, and test automated machinery and processesAbout Our Group:As strategic partners, the engineering team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.We always strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and our own team.We treat each other with respect and always try to have a little fun every day!This position will be part of the integration team that supports Proterra's engineering operationsYou will report to the Controls Engineering Manager and collaborate with other engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and Greer, SC.About You:Detail-oriented, resourceful, hands-on, and diligent.Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion and intense focus on exceeding customer expectations.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.Strong time management and organizational skills; operates independently with limited supervision.Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Your Experience Includes:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science or Mechanical Engineering5+ Years of hands-on automated test experience in a Manufacturing or Process Assembly environmentExperience with LabVIEW is a mustExperience supporting test equipment including functional end of line, hi-pot, flying probe, leak testers, etc.Experience with Battery Cyclers, experience with testing various battery technologies or other relevant electrical testing experience is a plusExperience using communication tools such as CAN for test automation and data collection is a plusExperience in database technology (Oracle, SQL) and scripting languages (Python, C#) is a plusAble to use digital multimeter, read electrical schematics, troubleshoot, data collection, write test reports, and communicate any test issues.Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement MethodsSkilled problem-solving techniquesPhysical Demands:May work various shifts as needed; may be requested to travel to different locations.Lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items.Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion.Ability to work in manufacturing environment with extreme heat and cold conditions.Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment.Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.Travel:

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