Battery Test Engineer

DEKRA Certification BV is looking for a motivated and technically skilled Battery Test Engineer / Project Manager to support battery testing and certification activities. The role is focused mainly on Li-ion batteries including battery modules packs and battery energy storage systems (BESS) used in industrial and energy storage applications.

The selected candidate will be involved in testing batteries according to relevant national and international addition to technical testing activities the candidate will also be trained to take on project management responsibilities including customer communication planning coordination and follow-up of testing and certification projects.

This position is suitable for someone with a strong interest in battery technology safety testing standards and certification who also wants to grow into a broader technical and project coordination role.

Main Responsibilities

The Battery Test Engineer / Project Manager will support and perform battery testing activities according to applicable standards such as IEC 62620 UN 38.3 customer requirements and internal DEKRA procedures. Responsibilities include preparing test plans setting up equipment performing and monitoring tests analysing results and preparing technical reports. The candidate will work on electrical thermal mechanical environmental performance safety and abuse tests for battery modules packs and complete battery systems. The role requires careful preparation strong attention to safety and documentation.

A key part of the role is working with relevant battery standards and regulations. The candidate will support testing according to standards such as IEC ISO UL UN and other applicable battery-related requirements. The role includes understanding test procedures acceptance criteria and documentation requirements for certification purposes.

In addition to technical testing the candidate will be trained in project management tasks including project planning scheduling coordination documentation and progress tracking. Over time the candidate is expected to manage battery testing projects from customer request to final report delivery.

Key Duties

The main duties of the position include:

• Preparing and performing battery tests according to relevant standards and customer requirements.

• Working with battery cyclers environmental chambers sensors measurement systems power supplies and data acquisition equipment.

• Collecting processing and analysing test data.

• Preparing technical test reports and supporting certification documentation.

• Reviewing customer specifications test requests and technical documents.

• Communicating with customers and internal experts about test progress and technical matters.

• Supporting project planning coordination documentation and follow-up.

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate holds a bachelors degree in one of the following fields: electrical engineering mechanical engineering automotive engineering energy systems chemical engineering or a closely related discipline. Relevant work experience in battery testing certification or a similar technical field may be considered equivalent.

The candidate should have knowledge of battery technology especially lithium-ion batteries. This includes basic understanding of battery cells modules packs battery management systems thermal behaviour aging performance and safety risks. Experience with laboratory testing measurement equipment or electrical systems is considered important.

The candidate should be able to read and understand technical standards test procedures and customer specifications. Good analytical skills are required to evaluate test results and identify technical issues. The candidate should also be able to prepare clear technical documentation and reports.

A structured and accurate working style is essential. Since battery testing can involve safety risks the candidate must be safety-conscious and willing to follow strict laboratory procedures. Good communication skills in English are required both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with battery testing battery certification or product safety testing is an advantage. Knowledge of standards such as IEC 62619 IEC 62620 IEC 62133 UN 38.3 or similar standards is preferred.

Experience with battery cyclers environmental chambers thermal sensors electrical measurement equipment insulation testers power supplies electronic loads or data acquisition systems is also beneficial.

Personal Skills

The successful candidate should be technically curious eager to learn and interested in battery testing and certification. The role requires attention to detail problem-solving ability and a strong sense of responsibility. The candidate should be able to work independently but also cooperate effectively with engineers technicians project managers certification experts and customers.

Because the role includes development toward project management the candidate should be organized communicative and able to manage several tasks at the same time. A customer-oriented mindset and the ability to work under deadlines are important.

We offer

• An attractive salary and good employment conditions;

• A variable success sharing arrangement;

• Enough relaxation thanks to 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days;

• An allowance for traveling and working from home;

• Discount on various insurance policies;

• Plenty of career opportunities and various training courses so that you can continue to develop;

• A challenging position in a fun team of independent experts in a dynamic and international environment

More about DEKRA
DEKRA is the worlds largest privately held expert organization in the field of testing inspection and certification according to international safety and sustainability standards. The company was founded in Germany in 1925 with the mission of inspecting vehicles to ensure road safety. Today we offer a wide range of services ranging from product safety testing audits and inspections to damage assessment and HSE advice. We operate in more than 60 countries to ensure safety on the road at home and at work all our services here. We have a clear mission: as a leader in testing certification and inspection we ensure that products assets and technologies are safe reliable and sustainable - we give people confidence. And you are welcome!

To ask
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Please note: We handle our recruitment and selection entirely internally. Acquisition by agencies or intermediaries is not appreciated. Without an explicit and written order from DEKRA no rights can be derived from submitting candidates without consultation. Any profiles sent will be considered unsolicited and will not be processed.