Hybrid Lead Test Engineer at Fluence

Responsible for defining New Product Introduction (NPI) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) test and commissioning processes as well as equipment to be commissioned at our contract manufactures. This includes equipment identification, installation, acceptance, issue resolution, and documentation, while ensuring alignment to development schedules. This role involves working with integrated engineering teams and working onsite at various global contract manufacturers as required. Key Responsibilities

· Leads a team of global test engineers providing direction and mentorship

· Defines manufacturing test processes and procedures to achieve product requirements.

· Performs equipment Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

· Develops manufacturing test plans in alignment with FAT and customer expectations.

· Defines and develops factory product commissioning strategy to enable full product validation prior to shipping

· Contributes to PFMEA review and operational process risk assessments.

· Oversees factory equipment install, debug, launch, and continuous improvement activities.

· Actively participates in the program core team to accomplish daily tasks and meet the project deliverables.

· Establishes equipment installation schedules and facilitates weekly/daily status reviews with vendors and contractors.

· Leads lessons learned and continuous improvement activities to improve quality and reduce cost associated with manufacturing test process.

· Stay current with the latest industry trends, developments and technologies in your field.

· Hands-on knowledge of test equipment and battery system manufacturing processes.

· Understanding and experience with data acquisition hardware [2+ Years Preferred].

· Test application and programming software experience [LabVIEW, Test Rail, Others].

· Program execution experience.

· Experience leading a project and presenting status to various stakeholders [Coordinating resources, Status reporting, Tracking timelines].

· Experience troubleshooting equipment [Problem solving, Debug].

· Strong analytical practical problem-solving skills ability to form opinions based in data aggregation.

· Experience with DFMEAs/PFMEAs.

· Experience in reading and analyzing electrical circuit schematics.

· Ability to work at odd hours to meet with global teams as needed

· Expected travel (US and international): 50% with possibility of up to 90% during product launches

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering [Controls experience preferred].

· 5-7 years proven experience in supply chain management, project management, and NPI roles.

· Strong understanding of automated test development.

· Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency in project management tools and software.

· Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

· Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments and functions.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· 1-3 years leading or mentoring test engineers