AVL Test Systems Inc offers a job in the United States (US) as

Application Engineer II 

AVL has a great opportunity available to be a part of the fast-developing field of inverter and E-Motor for electric vehicles. 

AVL Test Systems Inc. is looking for an Application Engineer II to commission test systems and integrate subsystems to meet complex testing requirements with a focus on testing & application development for the E-Drive system.  In addition, this role will troubleshoot complex problems and develop solutions with appropriate input. The position will focus on AVL’s electrification market including but not limited to battery testing/emulation, inverter, eMotor and eAxle testing. 

Qualified candidates must be able to take charge of projects once on-site and drive to completion while working with a Project Manager to manage cost and time estimates.  In addition, candidates must possess a minimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience including electrification/electronics and software experience.  The Application Engineer II position has direct communication with the customer and ownership of large complex test systems; excellent customer service and communication skills. 

*Travel for the position will be approximately 40-60% primarily in the Northern, CA area 

*Candidates should be located in the Bay, CA area

Applicants must have the unrestricted authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Employer will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position.

Roles:

• Act as a liaison and company representative with customers.
• Commission test cells including:
  • Set-up and troubleshoot test and measurement systems
  • Implement and tune complex control loops
  • Integrate auxiliary equipment into test systems
  • Set-up monitoring and control of relevant safeties
  • Create commissioning documentation
  • Provide training on system applications
  • Obtain customer sign-off
• Write and implement custom tests.
• Provide sales technical support.
• Provide project engineering technical support.
• Help desk consultation.
• Develop and present training.
• Travel required.
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent 
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5+ years related experience required. 
• Experience in test automation equipment preferred.
• Understanding of instrumentation and electrical processes
• Experience related to testing methods and applications
• Able to read and understand electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings.
• Background in electrification (battery /eMotor / eAxle), testing or power electronics
• Strong software adaption and modification skills preferred
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of PC operations, structure, MS Windows, and computer networking required.

This position will minimally provide an annual compensation of $110,000.00.

We look forward to receiving your details; please use our online application form or send your application to AVL North America, Inc. / AVL Test Systems, Inc. / AVL Mobility Technologies, Inc. EOE Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

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ABOUT AVL NORTH AMERICA

AVL North America has a staff of more than 650 people and has five technical centers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Metro Detroit area, and Lake Forest, California.