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Test Lab Manager


Pay124.00 / hour
LocationIrvine/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 32748279577

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      $124.00/yr - $152.25/yr

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      We are seeking a highly organized and technically skilled Battery Test Lab Manager to lead and oversee all operations of our battery testing laboratory. This role involves managing a team of test engineers and technicians, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards, maintaining and improving testing procedures, and delivering high-quality data to support research, development and engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory management and engineering best practices.

      ESSENTIAL DUTIES

      • Manage daily operations of the battery test laboratory, including scheduling, workflow planning, and resource allocation.
      • Supervise and mentor a team of test engineers and lab technicians, ensuring training and development.
      • Oversee the setup, execution, and documentation of performance, cycle life, storage and safety tests for Lithium-ion battery cells and modules.
      • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs),test protocols, and documentation.
      • Build out the lab's capabilities by specifying and commissioning new equipment as required.
      • Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and safe operation of lab equipment (e.g. cyclers, environmental chambers, thermal systems).
      • Establish and track KPIs for lab throughput, test accuracy, and uptime.
      • Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize lab efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.
      • Interface with R&E, Quality, and Lab teams to support testing for product development, validation, and failure analysis.
      • Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
      • Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations based on test data and findings.
      • Manage lab budgets, procurement, and inventory of consumables and spare parts.
      • Support customer visits, demonstrating lab capabilities and quality practices.

      QUALIFICATIONS

      • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
      • 5+ years of experience in battery testing, validation, or related fields, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
      • Strong knowledge of lithium-ion and other battery behavior, failure modes, and testing standards.
      • Familiarity with test equipment such as Arbin, Maccor, Bitrode, or similar.
      • Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python) and report writing.
      • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
      • Understanding of lab safety procedures and hazardous materials handling.

      PREFERRED

      • Background in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or other quality improvement methodologies.
      • Previous experience designing and scaling a test lab.

      Seniority level

      • Seniority level

        Associate

      Employment type

      • Employment type

        Full-time

      Job function

      • Job function

        Engineering, Research, and Quality Assurance
      • Industries

        Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, and Research Services

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      401(k)

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