Test Engineer
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We are at the beginning of aglobal energy transformationof a scalenot seenin generations.A future low-cost low-carbonelectricgrid serving a world thatelectrifies everythingis within our reach.
The last remaining gap is breaking the link between electricity supplyand demand. Thelowest-cost most sustainablesources ofenergytoday come from intermittent renewablegeneration;but our homes businesses and industries needelectricity at the flick of a switch.
That gap can be closed by energy storage: Devices that store electricity when it is plentiful thenprovide powerback to the grid when it is includingones usinglithium-ion batteriesare being deployed in massive numberstostart filling thisgap. But so farnone of those solutionshave proventhe abilityto deliverpowerany time anywhere over decades of service: The level of reliabilitywevecome to expect and that the future grid will need.
This is the biggest challenge in energy today. Invinity is at the forefront of finding a solution. And we need you to help us deliver it.
Developedmanufacturedand delivered by our teams in Canada and the UKInvinitysvanadium flow batteries(or VFBs)can be installed anywhere andconsistently deliver electricityasneeded over a service life are highly recyclabledontrely on rare or conflict minerals andwontcatch fire.
Invinityis a globalVFBleader with over 190 megawatt-hours of its batteriesoperational or inconstructionforover82 projects across 15 countries - more than any otheremergingenergy storage the largest flow battery systems in the U.S. Canada Australia and the UK. Along the wayweveearned financial support fromthe UK Infrastructure Bank the U.S. Department of Energy and some of the worlds leading institutional investors.
In this role as Battery Test Engineer Unit Cell R&D reporting to the Manager Unit Cell R&D in the Technology Team you willwork with an international collaborative team to research develop and verify new unit cell technologies. You are familiar with testing requirements from flow batteries or other relevant electrochemical devices such as PEM fuel cells or electrolysers. You have a solid understanding of engineering and DOE principles data analysis and accelerated lifetime test methodologies and can effectively present your work withstrong communicationand interpersonal skills. You enjoy hands-on work and apply strong structured problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Purpose of the Role:
Support the testing team in all aspects of the process from mechanical to electrical and concept through execution. You goal will be to ensure the quality accuracy and repeatability of test data to help drive data-based decisions.
Support the testing team in design fabricationcalibrationand commissioning of test equipment to ensure it is safe and fit for purpose.
Procure all necessary tools and materialsfor fabrication assembly and testing processes.
Execute assigned tests ensuring all procedures and safety practices are followed while delivering quality data to the internal customersin a timely manner.
Maintain and make available proper documentation of test equipment results and data in the correct locations.
Troubleshoot any issues that arise with test equipment and perform preventive maintenance tasks. This includesidentifyingand resolving equipment malfunctions calibrating instruments and ensuring proper function of the testing apparatus.
Contribute to the development of new test equipment and collaborate with the engineering team to provide input suggest improvements and helptovalidatethe effectiveness of new testing systems.
Share your ideas suggestions and efforts to enhance efficiencyoptimizeprocesses reduce waste.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
3years experienceworking hands-on in product / R&Dlaboratory or test facility(flow battery or fuel cell test experience a plus).
Understanding of instrumentation control automation and data acquisition systems
Hands-on experience in test stationdesign and modificationor similar.
You develop good relationships with team members and managers.
Applied knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve problems.
Bachelors degree inMechanicalEngineeringMechatronicsor similar subject.
Electrical engineering knowledge and hands on skills (e.g. test station wiring) an asset.
If you are great at what you do willing to engage with our collaborative culture and motivated by making a difference in the world consider joining Systems is small enough that every team member plays a critical role in our daily business but large enough toparticipatein landmark clean energy projects around the world.
Required Experience:
IC
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