About this role
Job Requirements Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills: Role Summary: We are seeking a hands-on Battery Test Engineer to support battery-related validation and characterization activities. Working closely with the battery systems lead, this role focuses on planning, executing, and reporting on laboratory testing of battery cells, packs, charging systems, and associated power electronics. The ideal candidate is meticulous, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hardware development lab. What You will Do:
• Set up and execute battery characterization tests: charge/discharge cycling, capacity, internal resistance, load sweeps, and temperature-dependent behavior. • Operate lab instrumentation (source meters, electronic loads, battery cyclers, data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, thermal chambers) and maintain calibration and safety standards. • Perform bench bring-up, functional testing, and characterization of power supply circuits, regulators, and power rails. • Build and maintain test fixtures, harnesses, and instrumentation for cells, packs, chargers, and power rails. • Capture, process, and analyze test data; identify anomalies, trends, and failure signatures; summarize findings in clear reports. • Support charging-system, fuel-gauge, and battery-management validation, including brownout, peak-power, and protection behavior. • Assist in root-cause investigations and characterization of power/battery issues discovered during bring-up and validation. • Document test plans, procedures, and results; keep organized records of raw data and derived metrics. • Follow all battery-handling, storage, and lab-safety protocols. What You Will Bring:
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience. • Working knowledge of battery fundamentals: cell chemistry, capacity, internal resistance, state-of-charge, charge/discharge behavior. • Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation and electrical measurement. • Comfortable interpreting schematics, power trees, and datasheets. • Strong data-analysis skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or spreadsheet-based tools). • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to document work clearly. Pay Range: ($100,000 to !140,000). If this is posted in multiple locations enter low salary/hourly rate of lower cost of living location to highest range of higher cost of living location. Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan. Work Requirements: Option 1 (Hybrid): We offer flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, to support the need of the role and align with company policies. This position is located in CITY/STATE and is considered hybrid with 3 days required on-site. • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours. • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Option 2 (Onsite): This role is considered an on-site position located in City/Town Name, State • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Option 3 (Remote): This position is classified as Remote within the United States. Travel Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, XX% of travel is required.
Citizenship Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required. *if citizenship is not required, remove this section.
Work Experience Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with battery cyclers and automated test systems. • Familiarity with power-management ICs, chargers, and fuel-gauge circuits. • Experience with thermal chambers and temperature-controlled testing. • Scripting/automation of test setups and data pipelines. • Prior experience in a hardware validation or bring-up environment.
Benefits Full-time (Regular) • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Vision insurance • Short/Long Term Disability