Joby Aviation · 14 hours ago
Test Engineer (Electromechanical)
San Carlos, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $167K/yr
5+ years expJoby Aviation is a company focused on making piloted air taxis a reality, currently in the final stages of certifying their aircraft with the FAA. They are seeking a Powertrain Test Engineer to conduct performance and certification testing of electric powertrain systems, specifically the propulsion system, and to collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine components and ensure successful test execution.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive test flow and related activities for the assigned equipment/ sub-assembly/ components per Joby Test flow processes and procedures
Develop requirements to enable Test Equipment Design team with the development of special purpose test bench/stand
Aid in the commissioning of special test bench / stand in co-ordination with Test Equipment design team and Test Technicians to support meeting test goals
Author and release test procedures for certification test campaigns
Work closely with Test Enabling Software engineers to ensure successful implementation of data acquisition, test automation and data processing
Work closely with Test Technician in test setups, execution of tests as needed on test equipment (Test benches, Thermal Chambers, Vibration Shakers etc al)
Co-ordinate with Reliability & Design Engineer to define appropriate test profiles for demonstrating reliability of systems and/or components
Participate in discussions with cross functional team as a subject matter expert for test planning required to refine propulsion systems components like electric motor(s), inverter(s), pump, fan, radiator and more
Work closely with Powertrain Integrated Product Team (IPT) to understand testing needs, milestones & deliverables and manage associated activities accordingly
Participate in Failure and Root Cause Analysis (FRACAS) efforts for failures encountered in lab test and field returns
Qualification
Required
Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical or equivalent + 5 years of experience or Masters + 3 years of experience or PhD
Experience in Propulsion system & component tests (EV or other applications)
Knowledge of Power Electronics testing will be a big plus
Expertise LabView/ Diadem to aid in data collection
Expertise Python/ MATLAB for in data processing & analysis
Practical experience in using miscellaneous lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, DAQ systems, power analyzers, power supplies etc
Ability to thrive in ambiguous and fast paced environment
Be agile and adapt to evolving requirements and change in directions
Great communication & presentation skills
Preferred
Prior experience in HV electric motor and/or inverter testing is preferred
Solid understanding of Electrical Engineering fundamentals
Knowledge of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing
Knowledge of DO-160 Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures
Experience of regulatory and certification testing is a plus
Experience with Grafana for data visualization
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Product Officer
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