Manager, Battery Test and Validation

The Company:

Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive. At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact.

Your Role:

As the Manager of the Battery Test & Validation, you’ll lead a team to test and validate the batteries for FF vehicle programs. You will also manage and maintain a battery lab with the battery cyclers and other test equipment, and work on the prototype pack build and support the product pack manufacturing process development.

• You will be responsible for battery pack design validation (DV) and product validation (PV).
• Develop and execute test and validation activities for battery pack and its components
• Coordinate with internal and external test resources, such as remote test labs, equipment rental suppliers, internal technician teams, etc.
• Lead the test execution on-site and at off-site labs.
• Own and maintain DVP&Rs for battery pack and its components.
• Troubleshoot the battery failures, perform root cause analysis, and provide reports
• Responsible for the battery incoming check and documentation.
• Support the BMS software verification and diagnostics via the battery pack tests.
• Manage and maintain the battery test lab, keep the battery cyclers and other test equipment in working condition.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5 years of product development and testing experience
• Experience with High Voltage systems for automotive applications
• Experience with the Li-ion battery power and performance tests
• Experience with environmental, mechanical, and electrical validation testing of electronic systems
• Familiar with CAN, LIN and other automotive communication protocols and tools
• Strong technical, communication, and analytical abilities
• A penchant for self-starting and an ability to handle concurrent programs
• Knowledge of basic ECU/microcontroller hardware architecture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven expertise with battery systems testing.
• Familiar with battery systems development process
• Knowledge of automotive test standards (ISO 16750, ISO 11452, etc.) and EV regulatory guidelines
• Demonstrated proficiency in working with system/software/hardware requirements development and validation.
• A creative curiosity, collaborative ethic, hardworking enthusiasm, and driving personal vision.
• Excellent communication skills and team-working tendencies

Annual Salary Range:

($135K - $165K DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans

 Perks + Benefits

• Equity grants for every employee
• Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
• 401(k) options
• Relocation assistance + reimbursement
• Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
• Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
• “Soul of Faraday” community outreach team

Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.