Senior Electrical/Test Engineer & Technical Project Manager | Rochester Institute of Technology - Military Veterans

Senior Electrical/Test Engineer & Technical Project Manager 8952BR VP for Research BPC - Battery Prototyping Center Job Summary The Senior Electrical/Test Engineer and Technical Project Manager will lead and manage all aspects of an A2LA-accredited testing laboratory, focusing on battery and energy storage devices. This role encompasses technical leadership, project management, engineering, and operational oversight to ensure high-quality testing services and continued growth of the facility. They will interact with clients to develop test plans, implement setups, analyze data, and maintain equipment. Additionally, they will contribute to lab upgrades and expansions and uphold ISO17025 accreditation requirements. Please note this position requries the ability to travel for client meetings and industry events. Job Responsibilities: Lab/Facility Management: Manage all day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including staff, equipment, and budget. Oversee laboratory upgrades and expansions. Maintain ISO 17025 accreditation for the laboratory through consistent quality control and documentation. Develop and implement strategies for expanding the laboratory's capabilities and service offerings. Oversee and manage battery and energy storage testing projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client requirements. Engineering: Lead battery testing projects. Design battery and system test plans; develop custom testing set ups; optimize electrical connections; manage electrochemical testing unit controls and programming; simulate photovoltaic and grid energy distributions systems; develop and integrate technologies; develop innovative technical solutions and tools; design and analyze circuits and systems. Program data acquisition systems, analyze data, and write reports. Customer/Client Management: Interact with customers to develop test plans and time estimates as the basis for proposals. Identify and secure new clients and projects, managing client relationships and contracts. Build relationships with customers. Supervision: Lead and directly supervise 2+ engineers and technicians. Responsible for direct performance management, disciplinary actions, performance management, employee development, training, and providing guidance. Stay current on industry trends and technological advancements in energy storage testing. The position supervises or manages the work of at least two full-time employees* or the equivalent. The position includes decisions or recommendations regarding personnel actions such as hiring, disciplinary action, overtime, changes in pay and terminations. Required Qualifications: Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering field. 8 to 10 years of related engineering/lab management experience. Experience managing a testing laboratory or similar facility. Experience in battery and energy storage testing. OR An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered. Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. Ability to analyze data and write professional technical proposals and reports. Deep understanding of industry standards and testing protocols for battery and energy storage devices. Strong project management and leadership skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail-oriented and quality-focused. Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy . (see Page 4) Preferred Qualifications: Experience with utility-scale renewable energy projects. Experience with solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) development. Knowledge of patent drafting and intellectual property. Experience with ISO 17205 accreditation processes Department/College Description Office of the VP for Research Minimum Qualifications Education/Experience: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering field. 8 to 10 years of related engineering/lab management experience. Experience managing a testing laboratory or similar facility. Experience in battery and energy storage testing. OR An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered. Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. Ability to analyze data and write professional technical proposals and reports. Deep understanding of industry standards and testing protocols for battery and energy storage devices. Strong project management and leadership skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail-oriented and quality-focused. Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information PLEASE NOTE: The individual hired for this position will be required to have a pre-employment Motor Vehicle check, and the Motor Vehicle Report must clear RIT's Safe Driving Policy . (see Page 4) Professional Area: Employment Category: Fulltime Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $91700 - $132500 Hourly/Salary Minimum: $91700 Hourly/Salary Maximum: $132500 How to Apply In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number. The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/ Additional Details Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the worlds leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the 'Great Colleges to Work For.' RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu . As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employees pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RITs Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov Hourly/Salary Minimum: 91700 Hourly/Salary Maximum: 132500 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-8ecf962f05c63e429cfe7b1b0cfac919