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Job Title: Battery Test Technician

Harbinger Motors is looking for a Battery Test Technician to join their growing team! This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric vehicle technology, supporting the testing and validation of battery systems and vehicle components. If you're passionate about EVs, diagnostics, and problem-solving, this role offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced and innovative environment. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in automotive, EV, battery testing, diagnostics, or related technical field.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems including powertrain, electrical systems, and chassis components.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans and procedures.
• Experience using data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite and in various testing environments.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Opportunity to work with an innovative electric vehicle manufacturer.
• Hands-on experience with next-generation EV battery systems.
• Collaborative environment with engineering, manufacturing, and development teams.
• Career growth opportunities within the rapidly expanding EV industry.
• Competitive pay and benefits package.

Job Description

The Battery Test Technician will be responsible for developing and executing test plans for battery systems, vehicle components, and related EV technologies. This role involves instrumenting vehicles, conducting testing in controlled and real-world environments, analyzing performance data, and documenting findings to support product development and validation efforts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically driven, and passionate about advancing electric vehicle technology.

• Develop and execute test plans for battery systems and vehicle components.
• Select and install appropriate instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.
• Ensure vehicles and test assets are properly instrumented prior to testing activities.
• Conduct vehicle testing on test tracks, public roads, and controlled environments.
• Collect, monitor, and validate test data to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Analyze test results to identify performance issues, defects, and root causes.
• Document test results, findings, and recommendations in Jira.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, development, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues.
• Support the development and implementation of testing methodologies and standards.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Follow safety protocols while working with high-voltage battery systems and electric vehicles.
• Stay current on vehicle testing technologies, battery advancements, and industry trends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Site

This is a fully onsite position at Harbinger Motors in Garden Grove, CA.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract-to-Hire position based out of Garden Grove, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Garden Grove, CA.

This is a Contract position based out of Garden Grove, CA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Garden Grove,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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