Applus+ IDIADA

Battery Test Engineer- Abuse Testing

Applus+ IDIADA  •  Tarragona, ES (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering

Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3400 professionals from more than 20 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 50 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.

Why join us?

Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.

Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.

Come & join us on the road to success.

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Support in engineering and test activities related to battery safety testing.

Key activities:

  • Test planning and execution
  • Real-time data acquisition and instrumentation: Vector tools (CAN), ETAS INCA (Monitoring), FLIR and AXIS (Cameras) and operation of power supply units
  • Familiarity with quality protocols, testing procedures and checklists to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements.
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment
  • Technical reporting and customer communication
  • Adaptions of test facility to new regulations.

Qualifications

Profile

  • Degree in electronic, electrical or industrial engineering.
  • Good understanding in electric & electronics and communication protocols.
  • Basic knowledge with usage of measurement devices.
  • Analytic and repair skills, technical curiosity.
  • Problem solver mentality.

Appreciated competences:

  • Lithium-ion battery safety testing
  • Thermal runaway characterization and propagation analysis
  • Mechanical abuse testing (impact, crush, penetration)
  • Electrical abuse testing (overcharge, short circuit, over-discharge)
  • Root cause and failure analysis
  • International standards compliance (UN 38.3, IEC, ISO, SAE, ECE R100, GB38031)

Education

  • Degree in electrical, electronics or industrial engineering, robotics, automation or similar.

Languages

  • Fluent in English.
  • German would be appreciated

Additional Information

Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.

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About Applus+ IDIADA

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry with over 30 years’ experience supporting our clients in product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing, and homologation services.

IDIADA’s success in product development is built on a unique blend of highly experienced engineers, state-of-the-art test and development facilities and the constant drive towards innovation.

The company has over 3,500 professionals and an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 24 countries, ensuring our clients receive customized, added-value solutions.

IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a professional career in one of the leading-edge automotive engineering companies. Are you ready to challenge yourself, enhance your technical skills, working in a thriving environment and alongside world-leading experts? Then, apply for one of our job vacancies.

Engineering services: Comprehensive design, engineering, and validation capabilities for complete vehicle development projects: CAD, CAE and testing of all major vehicle functionalities.

Proving grounds: The most comprehensive proving grounds in Europe and Asia, located in Spain and China. Both test tracks offer excellent customer support and facilities that provide the highest standards of safety and confidentiality.

Homologation services in accordance with all European EC and ECE Regulations. We are also accredited for Australia, Europe, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia and give consultancy to other countries and regions such as South America (including Brazil), China, Middle East, Gulf Countries, ASEAN, USA and Canada, among others.

Industry
Architecture & Engineering
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Oliva, ES
Year Founded
1971
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