Battery Test Engineer

In This Position:

We’re looking for an experienced Battery Test Engineer to modernize our pack-testing operations, from developing LabVIEW/NI TestStand software for end-of-line electrical and leak testers to championing new technologies that boost safety, ergonomics, and throughput. You’ll lead process improvements, analyze test data, and drive equipment run-offs at domestic and international plants. Collaborating with Product Development and our joint-venture partner to maximize investment efficiency. The role demands a bachelor’s in electrical engineering (or similar), at least some battery-test experience, deep LabVIEW/TestStand expertise, and a data-driven mindset for troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Project-management skills, knowledge of Hi-Pot/IR/OCV methods, and mechanical or controls aptitude are big pluses.

What You'Ll Do...

• Improve Battery pack Test process
• Investigate and implement new technologies for battery and pack testing
• Develop standard software for battery pack end of line electrical tester
• Develop standard software for Battery pack leak tester.
• Implement standardized engineered solutions for manufacturing Test equipment, prioritizing ergonomics, safety, productivity, and process conformity.
• Drive investment efficiency process with Product Development (PD) and Joint Venture (JV) Partner
• Incorporate continuous improvements using ME Continuous Improvement/Lessons Learned, Deviation and Decision Record Processes
• Participate in peer reviews, sharing and cascading lessons learned.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production/Test processes and improve product quality.
• Monitor and analyze production/Test data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

Safety And Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with Ford safety regulations and industry standards for battery manufacturing.
• Travel to domestic and international manufacturing facilities to collaborate with team members, oversee vendor runoff, and in-plant runoff.
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and JV partner to ensure project success and timely delivery of products.

Other Tasks:

• Responsible for runoff, delivery and launch of new/re-tooled equipment to support new programs.
• Follow quality processes such as Reconciliation Matrix/Control Plan, SCCAF, Process Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (PFMEA) and Error Proofing
• Champion review and approval of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) safety risk assessments with Controls and Safety
• Attend/support all layout reviews.
• Oversee the operation of production lines through launch, ensuring quality and efficiency standards are met.
• Manage program timelines for assigned area and implement recovery actions.

You'Ll Have...

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Five years of experience in Battery Test Engineering
• Application/Programming experience in Lab view and NI test stand expertise is required
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Data driven mindset and decision-making process.
• Application experience in computers and electronics
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to learn product function
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic working environment and diverse team
• Comfortable with high travel demand - domestic and international
• Ability to travel (up to 50%) outside of Midwestern region during Installation, Commissioning and Launch phase of project

Even better, you may have…

• Project Management experience a plus
• Self-staring (learner and growth mindset), self-motivated with very good influential, organizational and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to handle technical aspects of the position
• Base knowledge of various test processes (Hi-Pot, IR/OCV, Charge/Discharge, etc) Knowledge of batter/Array Sub-component function
• Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude
• Machine design knowledge/experience
• Familiarity with statistical software: Minitab
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead personnel located at remote sitesYou may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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This position is a range of salary grades 7- 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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