8952BR

Position Title:

Senior Electrical/Test Engineer & Technical Project Manager

Organization:

BPC - Battery Prototyping Center

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.

FLSA Category:

Exempt

Requisition Number:

8952BR

College/Division:

VP for Research

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s 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 (https://www.rit.edu/fa/transportationaccident-policysafety#rit-vehicle-driver-safety) . (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

Shift:

Day

What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Off Campus Location

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.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

91700

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

132500