Posted:  12th April, 2025

 

Position: Battery Testing Engineer 

Domain:  Automotive / Electric Vehicle (EV) Propulsion Systems 

Job Type: Permanent / Contract 

Location: Onsite in UK (Wellingborough)  

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Job Summary: 

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Test Rig design and instrumentation, and will be responsible for ensuring the development, performance, and functional verification of battery systems in line with project requirements. The role requires a strong understanding of EV battery architecture, electrical safety, and a passion for driving engineering excellence through robust testing practices. 

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Key Responsibilities: 

 

• As part of the DV team in charge of the technical oversight of the mechanical development, performance & functional verification and durability sign off as part of power unit design verification plan (DVP).  

• The DV Engineer should work in partnership with the Module Leader(s) to ensure all aspects of the DVP are delivered as required to a high standard. 

• You will be expected to critique & develop procedures where necessary and for the technical review and approval of data output.  

• You must be principally liable for the technical delivery of power unit functional, durability & attribute validation testing, ensuring validation team are delivering to the required data quality and delivery standards. 

• Your role will involve ensuring tests are executed to correct procedures & operating conditions including approval to proceed on high value DV tests.  

• You will also be consulted for the creation, maintenance and accuracy of physical test plans (DVP), and technical compliance in support of unit programme gateways. 

 

Knowledge, Skills & Experience: 

 

• Experience of battery performance testing and attribute demonstration, linking virtual and physical validation methodology. 

• Understanding of design principles and the application of quality tools within a product engineering environment. 

• Able to prioritise & derive workload and lead issue resolution both individually and contribute/lead a cross-functional team. 

• Experience within automotive product design & development environment. 

• Expert knowledge of problem solving and quality tools is essential, together with a structured, logical and objective based approach to all aspects of their role. 

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Desired: 

 

• Good working knowledge of Product Development System and Agile working practices (or similar process). 

• Knowledge of battery certification test requirements and implementation across multiple markets. 

• Use of software programming to assist efficient data processing (Excel VBA, Matlab, Concerto Scripting).  

• Understanding of traction battery design architecture in an automotive engineering environment.  

• Experience of test facility installation, configuration and operation of relevant test facilities. 

 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline. 

• High-voltage safety certification or training is desirable. 

 

What we offer (For Permanent) 

• Competitive Salary in line with level of experience 

• UK Work Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates 

• Opportunity to be part of world class product development projects 

• Pension Scheme 

• 28 Days Holidays (Annual + Bank Holidays). 

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This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. Hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

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The applications window for this position shall be closed any time as per the applications we may receive.