Test Engineer
EnerSys · Largo, Florida, United States ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- QA
Designs and runs tests for power electronics, battery systems, and embedded devices used in aerospace, defense, and medical applications, ensuring products meet strict performance and reliability standards.
Precision Power Solutions (PPS) is a specialized division of EnerSys—a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. PPS focuses on cutting-edge energy solutions for the aerospace, defense, and medical industries. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for individuals who share a passion for these industries and want to be part of an innovative, dynamic team.
Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a “U.S. Person” under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.
What We Offer:
- Generous Time Off – 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
- Financial & Career Growth – Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
- 401(k) Matching – 100% match at a 6% contribution level
- Innovative Culture – We value excellence, teamwork, and long-term relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers. Through innovative technology and ongoing training, we invest in our employees’ skills and career development.
At PPS, we don’t just build batteries – we power systems and devices that protect not only individual citizens but communities across the world.
If you’re excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced, high-tech environment, where your contributions make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Learn More About PPS
Job Purpose
The Test Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, executing, and documenting testing activities for advanced power electronics, battery systems, embedded electronics, and electromechanical products throughout the product lifecycle. This position supports product development from prototype validation through Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP), ensuring products meet performance, reliability, quality, and customer requirements prior to deployment. The role works closely with multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot issues, improve product performance, develop test processes, and support successful product qualification and production readiness. This position will primarily support the Rebel Systems site in Largo, FL.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Product Testing & Validation
- Develop, execute, and maintain engineering test plans and procedures for power electronics, battery systems, embedded electronics, and electromechanical products.
- Perform functional, electrical, environmental, reliability, and system-level testing throughout product development and production.
- Support verification and validation activities for prototypes, qualification units, and Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) hardware.
- Execute production acceptance testing and evaluate product performance against specifications and requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve product quality, reliability, repeatability, and manufacturing efficiency.
Product Bring-Up & Troubleshooting
- Perform initial bring-up and evaluation of new hardware and integrated systems.
- Troubleshoot electrical, firmware, software, and system integration issues.
- Utilize laboratory test equipment to evaluate system performance, diagnose failures, and verify corrective actions.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to support root cause investigations and engineering decision-making.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, firmware, systems, and manufacturing engineers to resolve technical issues and improve overall product performance.
Test Development & Process Improvement
- Develop engineering test procedures, acceptance test procedures, automated test methods, and manufacturing test processes.
- Support product qualification testing to applicable military and commercial standards.
- Continuously improve test methods, equipment, and processes to increase throughput, repeatability, efficiency, and reliability.
- Assist in the transition of products from development into manufacturing by establishing robust production test processes.
Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare detailed engineering documentation, including test plans, procedures, qualification reports, acceptance test reports, and failure analysis reports.
- Maintain traceability between product requirements, test procedures, and verification results.
- Document test results, observations, corrective actions, and recommendations.
- Support engineering change activities, customer documentation, and product qualification packages.
Production & Customer Support
- Support manufacturing and LRIP activities by troubleshooting production issues and improving test processes.
- Partner with manufacturing engineers to improve yield, reduce test cycle times, and enhance production efficiency.
- Assist with customer demonstrations, product evaluations, qualification events, and field testing activities.
- Occasionally travel to customer sites, test facilities, and field exercises to support product integration, validation, and customer acceptance activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, manufacturability, and long-term reliability.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Experience using electronic laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, electronic loads, programmable power supplies, data acquisition systems, and power analyzers.
- Ability to interpret engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills involving electrical and electromechanical systems.
- Experience creating technical reports, test procedures, and engineering documentation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
- Ability to travel occasionally as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in product testing, validation, or manufacturing support.
- Experience with power electronics, battery systems, energy storage systems, or hybrid power solutions.
- Experience testing embedded systems, communications equipment, or military products.
- Familiarity with CAN bus communications, data acquisition systems, and automated test equipment.
- Knowledge of qualification testing to military and commercial standards.
- Experience supporting product development from prototype through production.
- Experience with failure analysis and root cause corrective action methodologies.
- Experience supporting Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) or new product introduction activities.
- Exposure to manufacturing process improvement, yield enhancement, and production test optimization.
Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Product Testing and Validation
- Electrical and Electromechanical Troubleshooting
- Test Procedure Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Engineering Documentation
- Qualification and Acceptance Testing
- Laboratory Equipment Operation
- Manufacturing Test Support
- Process Improvement and Continuous Improvement
Behavioral Competencies
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Initiative and Accountability
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Adaptability and Learning Agility
- Effective Communication
- Results Orientation
- Customer Focus
- Organization and Time Management
- Quality and Reliability Mindset
Leadership Competencies
- Sound Technical Judgment
- Decision Making Based on Data
- Ownership of Outcomes
- Cross-Functional Influence
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Commitment to Mission Success and Product Excellence
General Job Requirements
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds/11.5 kilos on occasions.
- This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.
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