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Ford Motor Company

Cell Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$135.42K - $226.98K/yr

As a Cell Test Engineer , you will partner with cell engineers ,BMS engineers and vehicle performance teams to plan and execute battery-cell testing that directly improves battery and vehicle control ...

Ford Motor Company

Cell Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · Hybrid

$135.42K - $226.98K/yr

As a Cell Test Engineer , you will partner with cell engineers ,BMS engineers and vehicle performance teams to plan and execute battery-cell testing that directly improves battery and vehicle control ...

Ford Motor Company

Cell Test Engineer

Long Beach, CA · Hybrid

$135.42K - $226.98K/yr

As a Cell Test Engineer , you will partner with cell engineers ,BMS engineers and vehicle performance teams to plan and execute battery-cell testing that directly improves battery and vehicle control ...

Heven AeroTech

Senior Fuel Cell Engineer

Winchester, VA

$101.50K - $139.40K/yr

Title: Senior Fuel Cell Engineer Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Winchester, Virginia FLSA ... Maintain development laboratory equipment to ensure reliable, high-quality test data. * Deploy ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for fuel cell test engineer in the United States is $96,666.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fuel Cell Test Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fuel Cell Test Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical, chemical, or electrical engineering, with knowledge of fuel cell technology and experience in laboratory testing or prototyping. Familiarity with data acquisition systems, control software (such as LabVIEW or MATLAB), and safety protocols is typically required, along with relevant industry certifications. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you interpret test results and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure accurate performance evaluation, safe operations, and innovation in advancing fuel cell technology.

How do Fuel Cell Test Engineers typically collaborate with other teams during the development and testing process?

Fuel Cell Test Engineers frequently work in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, chemists, and manufacturing specialists. Their role often involves sharing test data, providing feedback on prototype performance, and troubleshooting issues alongside these groups. Regular meetings and joint problem-solving sessions are common, ensuring that testing aligns with both design requirements and production realities. This collaborative environment helps accelerate innovation and ensures that fuel cell systems meet safety, efficiency, and durability standards.

What does a Fuel Cell Test Engineer do?

A Fuel Cell Test Engineer is responsible for designing, conducting, and analyzing tests on fuel cell systems and components. They ensure that fuel cells meet safety, efficiency, and performance standards by developing test protocols, troubleshooting issues, and interpreting data. Their work helps improve fuel cell technology for applications such as vehicles, power generation, and portable devices, often collaborating with other engineers and scientists to optimize system performance.

What is the difference between Fuel Cell Test Engineer vs Fuel Cell Development Engineer?

AspectFuel Cell Test EngineerFuel Cell Development Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in testing or fuel cellsEngineering degree, certifications in design and development
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, testing facilities, production linesResearch labs, R&D departments, design studios
Industry UsageTesting and validation of fuel cell productsDesigning and improving fuel cell systems

Fuel Cell Test Engineers focus on testing, validating, and ensuring the quality of fuel cell products, often working in labs and testing facilities. Fuel Cell Development Engineers are involved in designing and developing new fuel cell technologies, working primarily in R&D environments. Both roles require engineering expertise, but their core responsibilities differ in testing versus development.

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Mechanical Test Engineer - Fuel Cell

Mechanical Test Engineer - Fuel Cell

HX5 LLC

Brook Park, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Mechanical Test Engineer - Fuel Cell
Aerospace/Mech Engineer I
NASA Glenn Research Center
Brook Park, OH
HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.
The Test Facilities Operation, and Engineering (TFOME III) Team, which includes Troy7, Sierra Lobo, HX5, Amentum & MSM, is currently seeking aMechanical Test Engineer - Fuel Cellto join our team in Brook Park, Ohio to provide facility and test mechanical engineering support to NASA's Fuel Cell Laboratories. The TFOME team at the NASA Glenn Research Center provides engineering and technical services in the aeronautics, space power and propulsion test facilities.
Responsibilities:
Provides Engineering support and leadership in the planning, design, and technical execution of mechanical engineering/technical tasks for an assigned test or facility project at a test facility.
Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:
  • Provides technical expertise to the users of the ground test facilities in planning test projects to insure proper match of facility requirements with capabilities, balance of resources, and integration of schedules.
  • Provide overall project management for an assigned test project including developing detailed project plan and project schedule with task list, durations and assignment of resources. When given the assignment as the lead project engineer, the engineer has the responsibility for the overall execution of the project plan.
  • Support large and small scale aerospace ground testing projects, including design of mechanical systems and or test hardware, oversight of mechanical hardware fabrication, oversight of system and hardware installation, data analysis, instrumentation specifications, and final report generation. Test projects cover a wide variety of test types in many facilities including wind tunnels, air-breathing engine and engine component facilities, acoustic chambers, space propulsion (chemical and electrical) and space environment chambers (including cryogenic applications).
  • Provides technical expertise and guidance in overall planning, and execution of test projects in assigned facilities as well as planning, coordination and support of maintenance activities. This will include daily coordination with the test team, generation of work instructions to the technical staff (via task orders or other approved means), and general reporting to contractor and customer management.
  • Analyzes mechanical system requirements to match system capabilities with test requirements.
  • Coordinates with Electrical Test Engineering and data and instrumentation lead and technicians to prepare facility to meet test and operational requirements.
  • Prepares documentation supporting facility development efforts.
  • Prepares specifications and purchase requisitions for facility hardware.
  • Provides support for training of other engineers and technicians.
  • Develops presentations, and presents at design reviews, safety reviews, and other technical presentations.
  • Provide periodic status reports on each assigned task to contractor and customer management.
  • Conduct design of experiments and experimental error analyses.
  • Responsible for the safe operation and upgrading of test facilities (i.e. gaseous piping and system design, and hardware integration for Fuel Cell testing).

Qualifications:
Must have a combination of the following:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering
  • Experience with PC and MS products
  • Communication skills (verbal and written); and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are essential
  • Because of the nature of the testing, some shift and/or weekend work will occasionally need to be accommodated

Other Position Requirement:
  • Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) plan with Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.
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Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Walton Beach, FL, US

Year founded

2004

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