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Battery Cell/Module Validation Engineer

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Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
110K-130K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Northbrook, IL, USA
110K-130K Annually
Senior level
The role involves executing DV/PV testing for lithium-ion batteries, managing projects, facilitating client communication, and ensuring compliance with standards.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in Auburn Hills, MI.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As we expand our global presence, we're seeking a Technical Engineer to execute various Lithium-Ion Battery's cell, module, and pack DV/PV testing to support our EV transportation projects. The successful candidate has an opportunity to contribute to a world-class battery lab from the launch stage all the way to the full operation.
  • Define project scope, develop investigation plans, and establish project specifications by analyzing client input, data, and product details.
  • Prepare quotes for the battery testing projects in collaborate with the sales team to ensure competitive pricing for our customers.
  • Draft RFQ for external testing partner laboratories when in-house capacity is at maximum.
  • Conduct or oversee tests at client sites, often requiring travel.
  • Initiate client communication to promote services, address technical issues, and negotiate project terms.
  • Develop and implement test programs, ensuring compliance with UL requirements.
  • Coordinate laboratory activities, manage project administration, and prepare reports for clients.
  • Represent UL at industry events and may provide leadership and training to staff.
  • Adhere to Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and security practices.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, demonstrating a solid foundation in engineering principles relevant to the position.
  • Strong understanding of lithium-ion batteries, including performance, electrical, mechanical, and environmental testing methodologies, and certification processes within the battery industry.
  • 5+ years of proven experience in executing DV and PV test plans specifically tailored to the battery industry. This includes defining test objectives, methods, acceptance criteria, and reporting on results to ensure product compliance and reliability.
  • Familiarity with relevant conformity assessment standards and regulations applicable to the field, ensuring adherence to industry-specific requirements and best practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply project management principles and handle multiple projects simultaneously, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, and client communication within the engineering context.
  • Experience in preparing and managing projects quotes/RFQ is a plus
    What we offer:
    Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000-130,000K and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We work at the center of safety and sustainability - we're helping to tackle the worst aspects of the global climate crisis with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy and electrified transportation. Whether we're helping customers make safer electric vehicle batteries or debating the impact of wind farms, we develop cutting-edge safety science. And we do it in some of the largest and best-equipped laboratories in the world. We're always looking for people to help us explore, experiment and advance ideas that change the way the world works. Join our team and help create a cleaner, safer future for all.
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