Test Engineer

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Test Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Auburn Hills, MI is looking for a Test Engineer. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

The Battery Component Testing Engineer.

The Battery Component Testing Engineer is responsible for ensuring that each kitted set of components for a high voltage traction battery are all tested and confirmed to be in working condition and within necessary specifications, and that all electronics are communicating properly prior to being brought to the assembly line for the battery build. The Engineer will also assist in running battery End of Line Electrical Testing as needed, and assist with software and hardware troubleshooting and diagnosis.

The Engineer will need to be familiar with CAN Software, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting wiring/communication with hardware. Proficiency with Excel and able to learn other proprietary computer software is required.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Ensure that Correct level of bootloader, firmware and software is installed in all components, including BPCM (Battery Pack Control Modules), battery modules and BDU's (Battery Disconnect Units).

• Measure voltages on all battery modules and confirm all modules and cells are within acceptable charge variation.

• BDU and BPCM function with the electrical harness and verify communication between all electronic components.

• Log their checks and the results of those checks in an electronic log.

• Sign off on final kit release to build team.

In the case of test failures, the Engineer will perform initial root cause analysis and determine the corrective action, bringing in software or hardware team members as needed.

Basics:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.

• Good working knowledge of automotive traction batteries.

• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation, leading to successful issue resolution.

• Self-starter and motivated to produce results and stay on schedule.

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills across work teams.

• High level of organization and attention to detail.

• Good "people skills" and maintaining positive environment across work teams.

• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Google Suite.

• Driven action oriented, self motivated, operates with little supervision.

• Eager to learn and contribute.

• Willing to start early or stay late either with adjusted hours.

• 3 years of experience minimum.

• 100% onsite.

• No driving of a vehicle required.

Preferred:

• Electrical Engineering degree.

• Proficient with Sharepoint and online databases.

• 5+ Years work experience.

• CAPL scripting experience.

• Experience with assembly and validation of automotive traction batteries or other electrical devices.

How You Will Be Successful:

• Envision the Future

• Communicate Honestly and Broadly

• Seek Technology and Business "First"

• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive Benefit Package

• 401(k) with matching contributions

• Paid Time Off

• Employee Discounts

• Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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