Test Technician – Battery Testing

Emerging Power is a growing battery manufacturing company with approximately $25M in annual revenue. We offer a collaborative environment where employees gain exposure across multiple areas of the business and have the opportunity to grow their careers.

The Test Technician – Battery Testing is responsible for conducting performance, safety, reliability, and environmental testing on batteries and battery-powered systems. This role supports engineering and product development teams by setting up test equipment, executing test plans, collecting and analyzing data, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment. The technician ensures that all testing is performed according to established procedures, industry standards, and quality requirements.

• Set up, operate, and monitor battery testing equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Perform electrical, environmental, mechanical, and lifecycle testing on batteries, battery packs, and energy storage systems.
• Execute test procedures according to engineering specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Record, organize, and maintain accurate test data and documentation.
• Analyze test results and prepare reports summarizing findings and observations.
• Troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, and battery systems.
• Perform battery characterization, charge/discharge cycling, capacity testing, and performance validation.
• Monitor battery safety during testing and respond appropriately to abnormal conditions.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and applicable industry standards.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments.
• Support root cause investigations of battery failures and performance issues.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality personnel, and project teams to meet testing objectives.
• Maintain test logs, inventory, and laboratory organization.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in laboratory testing, battery testing, electronics testing, or related technical work.
• Knowledge of battery technologies such as Lithium-Ion.
• Experience using electrical test equipment including:
• Multimeters
• Power supplies
• Data acquisition systems
• Battery cyclers
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and test procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with battery safety standards such as UL, IEC, SAE, or UN38.3.
• Understanding of environmental testing including temperature, vibration, and thermal

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment and batteries up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, and work in laboratory and testing environments for extended periods.

Key Competencies

• Technical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Safety awareness
• Team collaboration
• Time management
• Documentation and reporting
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving 

This role is critical to ensuring battery products meet performance, quality, and safety requirements before deployment in commercial, industrial, automotive, or energy storage applications.

Salary Range: $40,000 – $60,000 annually, based on experience.

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