Position Overview
This position will provide comprehensive test engineering support to
Proterra's Battery Engineering team and Proterra Technology Lab. You will work
with other engineers and technicians to plan, setup, execute, and document
tests on Proterra's world class batteries.
About the Role – You will:
Execute and manage mechanical vibration and shock reliability tests on all
battery pack products from early prototypes to pre-production designs.
Provide clear and concise documentation related to tests, including
reports on parts under test and their status.
Capture identified failures in detail and work with engineering to
facilitate resolution.
Support the design, implementation, and documentation of new vibration
test fixtures.
Utilize and create software tools to continuously improve data logging,
communicate with test articles, and data post-processing.
Work with technicians and vendors to support vibration system preventive
maintenance, repairs, and sensor calibration.
Troubleshoot and debug issues with shaker tables including the armature,
pneumatic leveling system, amplifier, sensor control system, amplifier,
and hydraulic power unit.
Prioritize and complete tasks to meet deadlines.
Provide design input to improve product reliability when necessary.
Interact with a wide variety of individuals and teams to communicate
results.
Create work instructions and best practices for other engineers and
technicians to follow.
Create and maintain test procedures and reports in cloud-bases systems
such as Jira, Confluence, and Jama.
About Our Group:
As strategic partners, the Battery Engineering team strives to ensure that
our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for
our company.
We strive to provide the highest level of service and support to our
clients each and every day.
We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients,
partners, and 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 Battery Engineering team that supports
Proterra's Manufacturing and Engineering operations.
You will report to the Manager, Test Engineering and collaborate
with other Engineering team members located at our headquarters in
Burlingame, CA.
About You:
Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques
to influence at all levels of the organization.
Proven track record of managing engineering projects.
Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and
discretion.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and
credibility, and act with complete integrity.
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent.
Strong time management, organizational, and documentation skills.
Sound judgment and exceptional problem-solving skills.
Excellent English communication skills.
Your Experience Includes:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or related
Engineering fields.
2+ years of testing experience in the automotive or transportation
industries. Understanding of high voltage storage systems or powertrains a
plus.
Experience executing vibration and shock tests and operating electro-
dynamic shaker tables. Experience with Sentek shaker tables and Crystal
Instruments software a plus.
Familiarity with testing standards such as SAE J2380, IEC 68-2-64, and IEC
60068-2-27.
Experience with LabVIEW, data acquisition systems, digital and analog
interfaces for PCs, test systems, etc.
Experience with scripting languages such as python, MATLAB, C, VBA, etc.
Experience designing parts and assemblies in CAD, and managing fabrication
with outside machine shops.
Experience in an R&D testing environment.
Experience with test instrumentation (i.e., acceleration, temperature,
flow, pressure, current, voltage).
Experience in supporting Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT).
Experience with testing electro-mechanical systems and electronic circuit
components.
Familiarity with the high voltage products, automotive CAN communication
networks, and Requirements Management systems.
Travel: 0 - 10%
