Traction Inverter Test EngineerJacobs • Allen Park, MI, US

Traction Inverter Test Engineer

Jacobs • Allen Park, MI, US

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Key Responsibilities :

Test Development & Execution :

Configure and operate specialized test equipment, including high voltage (HV) test cells, battery simulators, 3-phase loads, and environmental chambers.

Update test sequence programs in AVL and NI LabVIEW.

Set up and operate data acquisition systems (e.g., oscilloscopes, power analyzers) to capture critical test parameters.

Prepare and flash microcontroller software and calibrations for devices under test (DUTs).

Perform testing in strict accordance with documented procedures and safety protocols.

Data Analysis & Reporting :

Process and analyze test data, ensuring accuracy and integrity of results.

Prepare and present detailed test reports to multi-functional teams and leadership.

Lab Operations & Management :

Provide technical direction and work instructions to lab technicians for test setup and execution.

Coordinate and lead recurring test scheduling and status review meetings.

Lead the procurement of new equipment, including defining requirements, vendor interaction, and initiating purchase requests.

Manage the design and procurement of test fixtures, collaborating with CAD designers and fabrication shops.

Interface with facility engineering for test cell repairs, maintenance, calibration, and installation activities.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define equipment and facility resource needs, leading lab upgrade and expansion projects.

Support lab safety initiatives and promote safe testing practices.

Contribute to Root Cause Analysis (RCA) efforts to identify and resolve quality-related issues.

The minimum requirements we seek

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

3+ years of experience with validation testing of traction inverters, power electronic devices or other electronics modules

3+ years of experience using electrical test and measurement equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, power meters, voltage / current probes)

3+ years of experience with test data post processing and simulation using a numerical computational tool (e.g. MATLAB, GNU Octave, etc.)

Our preferred requirements

Master's in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in power systems / power electronics

5+ years of experience with validation testing of traction inverters & power electronic devices

5+ years of experience working in an HV laboratory testing environment

5+ years of experience using electrical test and measurement equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, power meters, voltage / current probes)

Expertise developing validation and reliability testing methods for HV traction inverters and power electronic components

Direct hands-on experience testing traction inverters including design verification, environmental and durability testing

Experienced using industry standard test automation software (e.g. AVL LYNX, NI LabVIEW etc.)

Knowledge of high power / high voltage inverter design topologies

Familiarity with HV safety training / standard methodologies

Knowledge of ISO test equipment calibration requirements / practices

Knowledge of Microcontroller operation and interface – CAN based communications

Knowledge of Systems engineering, managing systems interfaces to ensure subsystem robustness

Knowledge of developing Quality disciplines including but not limited to DFMEA, DVP&R

Strong problem-solving skills with ability to understand sophisticated test setups and manage multiple tasks

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, self-motivated, eager to take ownership and deliver results with minimal direction

Excellent written and verbal communication skills