Battery Test Engineer
12 days ago
Torpoint
Purpose The Battery department is responsible for providing testing services for Battery/Module/Cell including performance life cycle durability abuse and strip and rate. This role is to carry out all types of Battery testing (including Performance life cycle durability safety abuse and environmental) working within a team of engineers and technicians to co-ordinate and deliver test activities. The successful applicant will be expected to ensure tests are correctly performed in conformance with various international and customer standards including robust recording and reporting. Close and constructive interaction with customers is required to ensure all activities which are conducted meet their respective specifications and deliver the required information in a timely manner. This role will provide the successful applicant with scope for further development in technical aspects such as problem solving diagnostic skills analysis and data presentation as well as participation in the continuous development of processes and facilities both technological and operational within the Battery test department. UTAC are a keen supporter of personal development including supporting individuals in accreditation as Incorporated or Chartered engineers. This is an opportunity to develop your experience and skills in a world class battery testing environment with the support of an experienced and highly competent team. Responsibilities The successful role holder will be responsible for liaising with customers to establish testing requirements and to ensure tests are prepared executed clearly and completely documented and reported to the highest standards on time and within budget. • Establish test content including review and inclusion of any regulatory requirements., • Prepare internal test execution documentation., • Ensure all Health and Safety and quality procedures are adhered to., • Development of Risk Assessments supporting the strong culture of safe working., • Programming of test equipment., • Undertake analysis of results including statements of conformity or engineering observations and interpretations., • Apply continuous improvement methods to activities and facilities to ensure ever improving processes and test methods., • Work in accordance with and support the creation of new and existing processes and procedures, • Working in accordance with ISO 17025., • Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times. Qualifications : Qualifications • Hands on experience performing tests within a lab or workshop environment, • Working with electric vehicles or sub-systems or other relevant HV systems, • Experienced of CAN, • Development and commissioning of test rigs and apparatus., • A proven ability to assess relevant health and safety risks., • Selection and application of various types of instrumentation and of data acquisition systems., • Practiced in data analysis and presentation., • Writing of technical reports., • Sound practical understanding of electrical principles and battery fundamentals particularly in regard to relevant safety aspects., • Programming of automation or software controlled applications, • Ability to utilize HV diagnostic tools such as multi meters oscilloscopes and clamp meters with best safety practices, • Able to convey work instructions and test outcomes both verbally and written, • Strong organisational analytical and problem solving skills, • Data analysis interpretation and presentation, • Experienced using Canalyzer, • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, • Positive and professional attitude at all times with a customer focus desiring to deliver at the highest standards and best practice, • Excellent attention to detail with a methodical documented approach to working, • Good understanding of H&S practices and focus on safe working, • Willingness to learn, • Highly motivated Flexible and adaptable excelling as a team player, • High level of confidentiality and integrity, • Flexibility to travel as and when required, • Full UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC Millbrook is not easily assessable via public transport), • Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check, • French German or other languages (Beneficial), • NOTE: This position be will based on site Additional Information : For you as a potential UTAC team member we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes ; • Life Cover, • Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme, • Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise Innovation and Integrity., • Healthcare cashback plan Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies : UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received. Remote Work : No Employment Type : Full-time Key Skills Apache Commons,Asset,Art And Craft,Concrete Pump,Accident Investigation Experience: years Vacancy: 1