Perform component and pack-level validation and reliability testing, simulating realistic and accelerated dynamic and environmental conditions on structural, vibration, hydraulic, thermal, and electrical sub-systems
Design, build, instrument, and automate equipment for battery system and component testing
Investigate test and field failures to drive product development and test improvement
Work with Design Engineers, Reliability Scientists, Material Scientists, Quality, and Service to identify failure modes and generate design validation and reliability test plans
Identify and execute experiments targeting new technologies and critical risks to benefit vehicle products
Analyze and document test results, and present those results to cross-functional teams and leadership
Collaborate with Test Technicians to achieve test objectives
What You’ll Bring
Basic understanding of statics, mechanics of materials, fluids, heat transfer, measurement and instrumentation, and linear circuits
Experience with an object-oriented coding language and scripting (Python, MATLAB, etc.
Experience with 3D modelling and drafting drawings of mechanical structures and machinery
Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, DAQs, oscilloscopes, and power supplies. Familiarity with high voltage systems and safe working practices
Physical testing and analysis of mechanical, thermal, or electrical systems
Experience designing mechanical structures or machinery
Experience with Python scripting for hardware control, data processing and analysis, and familiarity with software version control
Experience creating, and executing design validation plans and test methods to validate performance requirements
Understanding of multiple of the following: solid mechanics, FEA, fatigue and failure analysis, pneumatic or hydraulic systems, physics of failure
Experience with analog circuits, digital systems, and electrical test equipment