Senior Electrical Engineering Technician

Location: Novi, MI

Job :1017

# of Openings:1

A123 Systems, LLC is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion battery technologies and energy storage systems. Our solutions serve a wide range of applications, from traditional automotive batteries to utility-scale and commercial & industrial (C&I) energy storage. Committed to safety, longevity, and energy efficiency, A123 delivers high-performance battery technology solutions with a strong commitment to grow and serve our customers, industry requirements with the goal to make the Air Cleaner.

Position Overview
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Responsible for assisting the validation engineer with and the execution of Li-Ion Battery Electronics/Module/Pack test related activities in a lab environment. Primary responsibilities

Responsible for supporting and assisting with test setups and teardowns.

Responsible for assisting in the test execution of Li Ion battery modules, packs, and systems.

Performing battery measurements, record data and provide quality interpretation of electrical data during pre-test, post-test including monitoring of all testing performed in A123’s Validation lab

Documenting tests through procedures, test logs, and photographs.

Assist validation engineer with the reporting/plotting of test results.

Assist validation engineers in electrical trouble shooting of A123 products and test equipment during various test efforts

Operate battery and general lab test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, data loggers, DAQ systems, etc.) as needed to collect test data to be used for technical reports.

Fabrication of low voltage setups for test applications.

Troubleshoot and repair test equipment.

Support calibration activity of all applicable instrumentation and equipment in the Validation lab.

Assist development lab with any lab activities including harness and test box fabrication.

Specific Skills/Abilities The position requires:

Good communication skills (verbal and written) as well as a great attention to detail.

Experience with general automotive test specifics

Knowledge of environmental thermal chamber operation, programming, and functionality (CSZ, Watlow F4, etc.)

Experience with general laboratory test equipment (DMMs, power supplies, etc.)

Experience with general lab operations (electrical troubleshooting, PCBA rework/soldering, test stand fabrication, fabrication of low voltage harnesses for test applications).

Experience with Microsoft Applications (MSWord, MS Excel, Visio, etc.).

Ability to lift items up to 30lbs.

Experience with Vector CAN based tools is a plus (CANalyzer, CANoe, etc)

Experience with battery testing and test systems (i.e. Aero Vironment, AVL Lynx) is a plus

Education/Experience

Associates of Science in Engineering or equivalent job experience

A strong background troubleshooting electrical systems

Experience with automotive testing requirements and procedures

Strong knowledge of general laboratory test equipment