Test Engineer

By being the first company to provide a true maritime battery with the needed capacity, lower cost, and safety level, Corvus Energy became a pioneer in maritime energy storage systems (ESSs) for almost every vessel type breaking the ground for future development. Corvus Energy now has the largest installed base of ESSs with the largest number of projects completed. By using the experience gained to develop customized hydrogen fuel cell systems, the company will drive development further towards a more sustainable shipping industry.

Corvus' vision is to be the leading provider of zero-emission solutions.

Position Summary:

The Test Engineer is responsible for the planning and execution of testing, validation and certification of Corvus’ products.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning of short and long-term testing schedules.

• Write complete and well-documented test plans and reports.

• Execute electrical testing on the battery cells, battery modules, packs and arrays.

• Plan and execute destructive battery cell tests.

• Liaise with external lab facilities and execute EMC, environmental and vibration testing.

• Oversee life-cycle testing platforms and report on results.

• Recommend test equipment required to meet testing objectives.

• Advise on environmental and electrical requirements for new products.

• Work safely and comfortably in a high voltage environment (~1000V).

• Write appropriate scripts/C++ applications to automate test hardware and analyze test results.

Education and Work Experience:

• Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Physics degree (or equivalent) with up to 3 years of experience in a testing position.

• Proven experience in instrumentation and data-logging in test environments.

• Experience in mechanical fabrication and prototyping (you are equally at home with the 3D-printer as you are in the machine shop).

• Experience in a product-development environment.

• Experience with high power battery systems, battery cycle testing and battery management systems is an asset.

• Experience in the marine industry or marine product development is an asset.
  

Functional Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and recommending testing direction.

Behavioral Skills:

• Detail-oriented.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and effectively prioritize appropriate tasks.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills.

• Self-starting and ability to work with little supervision over periods of time.

• Strong relationship/interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are requisite for this position.

Salary Range: $62,500 to $70,000 CDN per year

We Offer

• An exciting position working for the world's leading supplier of maritime energy storage solutions

• Matching RRSP contributions

• Excellent medical, dental and LTD benefits

• An opportunity to take part in the green shift for the ocean space

• International work environment and multidisciplinary team collaboration

• International career opportunities

We encourage you to send an early application and will call for interviews on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. We do appreciate every application received, however, only candidates with a relevant background will be called for an interview.