Test Engineer

at  Altair Engineering

JOB SUMMARY:

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

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.