Test Engineering Technician II, Battery Systems

Proterra offers a dynamic and supportive workplace where our employees can thrive personally and professionally. With cutting-edge facilities and groundbreaking projects, Proterra offers unique opportunities to grow, collaborate, and lead transformative change in the electrification of heavy-duty transportation and equipment.  

 Our commitment to innovation extends beyond our battery solutions to our people, where we create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to drive change for the earth. Here at Proterra we strive to foster a culture of inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging bold ideas, allowing our employees to bring their full selves to work. Our employees benefit from competitive total rewards packages, and opportunities to develop professionally. 

Position Overview: 

This position as part of the Test Engineering organization will provide comprehensive technical support to Proterra’s Technology Lab and work closely with the Battery Test Engineering team. You will be responsible for supporting the setup, execution, inspection, and data collection of high voltage battery testing in the Proterra Technology Lab, as well as building, troubleshooting, and repairing prototype high voltage battery systems. 

About the Role – You will: 

• Prepare engineering builds for test execution in accordance with detailed work instructions or schematics. 
• Install test articles inside environmental chambers, on vibration tables, and on automated test stations in support of safety, reliability, and characterization tests. 
• Perform mechanical and electrical inspections on battery packs and components. 
• Record detailed notes and measured data from test execution and inspections. 
• Input measured data into cloud-bases systems such as Jira, Confluence, and Jama. 
• Maintain and uphold high safety standards. 
• Diagnose/troubleshoot battery pack issues and support testing activities either in the lab or from the field. 
• Support periodic maintenance, organization, and cleanliness of the Proterra Technology Lab 
• Communicate and work collaboratively with a team of technicians, engineers, program managers, and other site leadership team members. 

About Our Group: 

• As strategic partners, the Technology Engineering team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company. 
• We strive to provide the highest level of service and support to our clients each and every day. 
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team. 
• We treat each other with respect and always try to have a little fun every day! 
• You will report to the Test Lab Supervisor and collaborate with other Engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA. 

Your Experience Includes: 

• Equivalent or relevant experience in technical field 
• 4+ years of mechanical or electrical technician experience, preferably in high voltage battery, automotive, bus or heavy vehicle with a safety-first mentality 
• Experience with automotive electronic and mechanical systems 
• Hands-on mechanical and high voltage skills 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications 
• Familiarity with web-based platforms such as Jira, Confluence, and Jama 
• Proficient with electronic testing, measurement and vehicle diagnostic equipment (i.e., Isolation testing, Multi-meter, Oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, etc.) 
• Experience with LabVIEW, data acquisition systems, digital and analog interfaces for PCs, test systems, etc. 
• Experience with test instrumentation (i.e., acceleration, temperature, flow, pressure, current, voltage). 

Physical Demands: 

• May work various shifts as needed; may be requested to travel to different locations. 
• Lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds. 
• Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces. 
• Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items. 
• Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion. 

Environmental Demands: 

• Ability to work in a test lab environment with varying heat and cold conditions. 
• Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment. 
• Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc. 

Designed and assembled in the United States, Proterra’s innovative battery platform offers industry-leading energy density, durability, performance and safety systems – enabling Proterra EV batteries to be the premium choice for commercial vehicles and industrial equipment.

Proterra’s battery technology offers industry-leading energy density, safety systems, and durability. Proudly designed in Silicon Valley and assembled in Greer, South Carolina, Proterra® batteries are the premier choice to electrify commercial vehicles ranging from buses and trucks to construction equipment and more. Proterra is building innovative battery technology to power a better, more sustainable world.

Location: Burlingame, CA 

Travel: 0 – 10% 

Compensation: $34/hr - $37/hr

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. There is no immigration sponsorship available for this role (ex: H1-B, OPT, CPT, TN or any other employment sponsorship). 

Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). 

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