Engineering Test Technician

Job Title: Engineering Test Technician
- Battery Testing

Location: Burlingame, CA

Pay: $38-$50/hour

Area Code: 650

Zip Code: 94010

Job Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire

Schedule:

Shift: First
- Monday
- Friday 8am - 5pm, 1 hour lunch

An Engineering Test Technician supports the Battery Test Engineering team by assisting with the setup, execution, inspection, and data collection of high‑voltage battery testing. The role involves mechanical and electrical testing on battery packs, modules, and components in a laboratory setting while ensuring safety and quality standards.

• Prepare engineering builds for test execution by following detailed work instructions, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Install battery packs, modules, and components into environmental chambers, vibration tables, and automated test stations.
• Perform mechanical and electrical inspections on high‑voltage battery systems and associated components.
• Record inspection results, measurements, and test observations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Enter test data into engineering and project management systems, including Jira, Confluence, and Jama.
• Assist with the fabrication, modification, setup, and maintenance of test fixtures and equipment.
• Identify and report issues with test articles, fixtures, and test equipment to engineering teams.
• Support routine laboratory maintenance, organization, equipment calibration, and housekeeping activities.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures and maintain a strong safety‑first mindset while working around high‑voltage systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, program managers, and cross‑functional teams to support testing activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, Technical Certificate, or Associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 4+ years of mechanical or electrical technician experience, preferably supporting high‑voltage battery systems, automotive, electric vehicles, buses, or heavy equipment.
• Hands‑on experience working with automotive electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical assembly equipment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience using engineering collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Jama preferred.
• Experience using electronic test equipment such as digital multimeters, insulation resistance testers, and vehicle diagnostic tools is highly desirable.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and sensors (thermocouples, accelerometers, shunts, rate meters, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment with varying temperatures and around electrical equipment and testing systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; work in confined spaces; stand, kneel, bend, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.