Influit Energy

Mechanical Test Development Engineer

Chicago, IL

Full-time

$71,500-$107,800

About This Job

Group Description

The Hardware team is at the forefront of developing devices for the next-generation flow battery technology. We're not just designing and assembling battery stacks; we're developing solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in energy storage. As our workgroup scales, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of this vital technology. Join a dynamic team of engineers and scientists dedicated to creating innovative and reliable energy storage solutions.

Job Description:

Influit Energy’s Hardware team is looking for a hands-on engineer to design, build, and deploy testing devices in order to benchmark mechanical performance of flow battery stacks. As a team member, you will define/qualify/conduct mechanical test methods that are critical to understanding operational conditions of NEF based flow batteries. This role requires hands-on work in the lab and the ideal candidate should feel comfortable going from A-to-Z in the creation of design concepts.

Responsibilities:

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Design, build, and deploy mechanical test devices to benchmark the performance of flow battery stacks.

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Conduct mechanical tests to evaluate operational conditions of Nanofluid based flow batteries.

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Gather and define testing requirements based on team needs and translate these into functional and formalized procedures.

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Collect, organize, and interpret sensor data and draw meaningful conclusions to inform design and development.

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Build and integrate microcontroller systems using off-the-shelf or custom hardware for test device control.

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Develop, write, and deploy programs to automate and control testing devices.

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Assist with battery stack teardowns and failure mode analysis, including documentation of findings.

Required Qualifications:

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3-5 years of hands-on experience in the design, fabrication, and testing of hardware products within a hard-tech manufacturing or engineering environment, ideally within the energy storage industry.

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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a closely related field.

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Demonstrated experience developing test plans and operational methods for qualifying the performance of commercial products, particularly energy storage systems.

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Proficiency in 3D design and engineering tools, such as Solidworks or similar CAD software.

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Experience writing and modifying code for testing devices (C++ , Python/ MATLAB/ LabVIEW)

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Practical experience in creating devices for testing and monitoring parameters such as pressure, flow, temperature, voltage, current, and RPM.

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Familiarity with statistical analysis methods, (Six Sigma / Six Sigma Green Belt certification)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $71,500.00 - $107,800.00 per year

Benefits:

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401(k)

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Dental insurance

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

Schedule:

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Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person