Who We Are

Emerging Power is a growing battery manufacturing company with approximately $25M in annual revenue. We offer a collaborative environment where employees gain exposure across multiple areas of the business and have the opportunity to grow their careers.

Who You Are

The Test Technician – Battery Testing is responsible for conducting performance, safety, reliability, and environmental testing on batteries and battery-powered systems. This role supports engineering and product development teams by setting up test equipment, executing test plans, collecting and analyzing data, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment. The technician ensures that all testing is performed according to established procedures, industry standards, and quality requirements.

What You'll Do

Set up, operate, and monitor battery testing equipment and data acquisition systems.
Perform electrical, environmental, mechanical, and lifecycle testing on batteries, battery packs, and energy storage systems.
Execute test procedures according to engineering specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Record, organize, and maintain accurate test data and documentation.
Analyze test results and prepare reports summarizing findings and observations.
Troubleshoot test equipment, fixtures, instrumentation, and battery systems.
Perform battery characterization, charge/discharge cycling, capacity testing, and performance validation.
Monitor battery safety during testing and respond appropriately to abnormal conditions.
Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and applicable industry standards.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments.
Support root cause investigations of battery failures and performance issues.
Collaborate with engineers, quality personnel, and project teams to meet testing objectives.
Maintain test logs, inventory, and laboratory organization.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
2+ years of experience in laboratory testing, battery testing, electronics testing, or related technical work.
Knowledge of battery technologies such as Lithium-Ion.
Experience using electrical test equipment including:
- Multimeters
- Power supplies
- Data acquisition systems
- Battery cyclers
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and test procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with battery safety standards such as UL, IEC, SAE, or UN38.3.
Understanding of environmental testing including temperature, vibration, and thermal

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and move equipment and batteries up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, bend, and work in laboratory and testing environments for extended periods.

Key Competencies

Technical aptitude
Attention to detail
Analytical thinking
Safety awareness
Team collaboration
Time management
Documentation and reporting
Troubleshooting and problem-solving

This role is critical to ensuring battery products meet performance, quality, and safety requirements before deployment in commercial, industrial, automotive, or energy storage applications.

What We Offer

Salary Range: $40,000 – $60,000 annually, based on experience.

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