Location: Stanford, CA
of technologists, designers and environmental enthusiasts who believe this problem is among the most critical challenges of our time. Join Ample and help us make this a reality for billions of vehicles. As a Senior Test Engineer on the Ample team, you will help solve complex challenges involving electric vehicles, robotics and smart battery technology.
You will act as Ample’s in-house expert on test methods, instrumentation, data collection and analysis. You are high energy (“hands-on”), passionate about EVs and Batteries and enjoy working in a startup environment! The Ample team is small, passionate, highly capable and eager to have like-minded individuals join. If the technology doesn’t
exist, we’re not afraid to envision a path to success and then build it, while always keeping in mind it must be designed for reliability, affordability and easy deployment.
Requirements: ● BS in Electrical, Electronics, Computer or Automotive Engineering or related field ● Min. 5 years experience in Electric Vehicle (EV) testing and development ● Hardware: Experience with high power, high voltage battery pack test setups (Aerovironment, AVL, Arbin, Maccor) ● Software: Matlab/Simulink, Python, data analysis scripting ● Proven exp. with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) ● Hands on design failure mode and effect analysis (DFMEA) & a track record of solving difficult engineering
challenges in a fast-paced startup environment ● Knowledge of EV industry test protocols (UN38.3, ECE R100, USABC, SAE 2929, FMVSS) Responsibilities: ● Act as in-house expert on test methods, instrumentation, data collection and data analysis in electric vehicle battery packs and power electronics ● backss and define standard test protocols ● Troubleshoot various systems using electrical measurement equipment including power supplies, oscilloscopes and multimeters ● Define accelerated test methods for battery packs and power electronics ● Work with design engineers in electrical, mechanical and software engineering to identify design issues and needed improvements ● Specify / maintain new test equipment; conduct setup and calibration ● Collect and analyze data using numerical data analysis tools ● Create test reports and communicate test results to the rest of the engineering organization Bonus: ● Experience with battery safety / abuse testing including: nail penetration, fire resistance, immersion (per GB 38031) ● Experience with Functional Safety requirements (per ISO 26262) ● Experience with EMI / EMC testing (per ECE R10) Ample is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity!
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