Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 6 month contract
Target Start Date: 11/24/25
Work Location/Structure: Reno, Nevada
About the Opportunity:
Our client, a leader in Automotive Manufacturing, is looking for a skilled Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Battery Test Development to join their team for a 6 month engagement. This project involves contributing to the analysis and development of manufacturing test and measurement processes for cutting-edge battery products, driving technological advancement in this discipline as part of a small, specialized team. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:
- Defining manufacturing test strategies for new high voltage battery programs.
- Down-selecting applied test/measurement methods and technology.
- Providing test interface Design for Manufacturability (DFM) input to product designers.
- Validating and optimizing processes from early prototype builds through full volume production.
- Driving proof-of-concept to green light novel test methods, technologies and suppliers.
- Evolving the test and measurement knowledge base through standards and benchmarking.
We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years of engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
- Deep expertise in working with one or more high-volume electrical or mechanical production tests (leak test, mechanical force/vibration measurement, LV/HV electrical, functional test, hi pot, metrology, etc.), and proficiency in data query and analytics, including process statistics and measurement system analysis. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
- Strong communication skills to provide clear and concise status updates to the project team.
- Degree in Engineering, Physics, Data Science, or equivalent experience.
