Battery Pack Test and Validation Engineer

Number of employees

1010

Houston, TX, USA, United States

Posted on: 2025-03-25

Category: energy

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

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About the company:

Fluence is the leading global energy storage technology and services company, created and backed by Siemens and AES, two industry powerhouses and pioneers in energy storage. Fluence unites the scale, experience, breadth, and financial backing of the two most experienced icons in energy storage.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Energy storage is critical to this transformation, yet today the market is fragmented and customers face the challenge of finding a trusted technology partner amidst conflicting technical claims, inexperienced vendors and installers, and new market entrants with limited power sector knowledge.

Fluence brings the proven technology solutions and services that overcome the commercial and regulatory barriers that stand in the way of modernizing our energy networks. We are the partner that can deliver at a global scale with the most experienced and knowledgeable team in the world.

About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
 
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At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

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We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

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Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

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We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

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We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

As a Battery Test and Validation Engineer, you will lead the testing and validation of advanced energy storage systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and performance benchmarks. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, execute, and analyze tests, driving improvements in reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. 

As the Test and Validation Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Develop and execute test plans for battery modules and packs, including structural, thermal, and safety testing.
  • Develop test setups for cell, component, module and pack level testing, including instrumentation. 
  • Analyze test results and provide actionable insights to R&D teams to enhance product development.
  • Establish protocols for environmental, electrical, and mechanical validation tests.
  • Collaborate with external test facilities to plan and conduct tests.
  • Oversee external testing on site. 
  • Develop internal testing capabilities by identifying equipment needs and working with suppliers to acquire needed equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during testing and validation phases.
  • Document findings and communicate effectively across engineering teams.
  • Understand product attributes and standards, be able to apply them to testing. 
  • Work with project management to track and maintain schedule.
  • Travel as needed, 25-50%, depending on program cycle
  • What you will bring to Fluence:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of experience in battery testing, validation, or related fields.
  • Experience with battery testing equipment (Arbin, Bitrode, NHR, Digitron, etc.)
  • Experience with statistical validation.
  • Experience with HALT and HAST testing.
  • Experience with instrumentation and data logging.
  • Proficiency in testing tools and data analysis software (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
  • Familiarity with UL, IEC, and ISO standards for batteries.
  • Hands-on experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and root cause analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Preferred Skills
  • Knowledge of thermal management systems and battery safety protocols.
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams.
  • Passion for innovation in energy storage technologies.
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