Electrification Lab Test Engineer
hace 3 días
Fargo
Job Description Title: Engineer Product II – Electrification // PV&V Electrification Test Engineer // Electrification Lab Test Engineer Location: Fargo, ND - 58102 Duration: 12 Months (possible extension) Manager Notes: • The team consists of 28 members, including both test engineers and technicians., • Responsibilities include inverter and converter testing, as well as testing electric motors., • Focus on research, development, and validation testing., • Power Electronics and Motor testing specifically., • Collaboration across multiple departments, • Work involves hands-on experience with high voltages, ranging from 48V up to 1000V DC., • Tasks include collecting, analyzing data, and preparing detailed test reports., • Candidates should have a strong background in electrical testing., • Test set up, troubleshooting and collaborating with other engineers., • Familiarity with Dyno set up., • Electrical safety is critical, including familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures., • Hands on working with high voltage as notated in posting., • Precise documentation is crucial; the ideal candidate should be organized, able to stay on track, and be an effective communicator., • Mechanical understanding is important., • Prior experience with power electronics and motors is highly valuable., • Those with automotive backgrounds testing Hybrid and Electric Vehicles., • Use of Multimeter and Oscilloscope's used for testing, Mechanical aptitude. Description: • The Electrification Lab Test Engineer supports and OEM electrification programs by operating advanced laboratory equipment, executing structured test procedures, and performing in depth data analysis., • This role works closely with cross functional teams—especially in power electronics, electronic design, software, and mechanical design—to define and interpret testing requirements that align with product specifications., • With guidance from senior engineers, the candidate will conduct electric motor and inverter characterization, product verification testing, and additional validation activities following standards., • The engineer will document results through clear, accurate technical reports that support design decisions and product verification., • All activities are performed under direct, hands-on supervision to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met., • Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, effective collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to apply independent thinking when troubleshooting and solving issues. Job Duties: • Collect and Organize Test Requirements: Work with team members to gather, review, and structure test requirements from internal and external customers. Provide constructive feedback to ensure requirements are complete and testable., • Support PV&V Testing for Power Electronics: Participate in—and with assistance, oversee—Product Verification & Validation testing of electric motors, inverters, converters, and related systems both in-house and at external facilities., • Maintain Accurate Documentation: Ensure all test plans, procedures, results, and project schedules are current, accurate, and clearly communicated to stakeholders., • Troubleshooting & Debugging: Apply structured troubleshooting methods to identify root causes of issues. Work collaboratively with peers to resolve findings efficiently while maintaining safety and quality., • Customer Collaboration: Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers to support effective project alignment and execution., • Ensure Testing Alignment with Specifications: Coordinate with project teams to ensure all testing activities adhere to defined product requirements, design intent, and validation standards., • Domestic Travel: Travel within the United States—typically once or twice per year—to meet with customers for concept development or refinement of product requirements. International travel is not required. Education • Minimum B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent from an accredited engineering program. Required Skills & Experience: • Basic understanding of embedded controllers., • Understanding of safe high voltage practices., • Knowledge of motor control principles and system-level testing., • Basic understanding of design validation processes., • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English., • Effective organization and multi-tasking skills., • Strong customer service orientation., • Experience in product development environments., • Experience working with dynos (motor dynamometers)., • Hands-on experience with development and debugging tools: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, etc., • Knowledge of microcontroller peripherals (PWM, bootloaders, ADCs, serial/parallel interfaces)., • Familiarity with communication networks: CAN, Ethernet, RS 232/485, etc. Top Skills: • Experience with three phase power and high voltage systems, • Understanding of motor control software, • Strong testing and validation experience., • Excellent communication skills.Company DescriptionFounded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances. At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other bFounded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.\r\n\r\nAt Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.\r\n\r\nKyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\r\n\r\nKyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b