Battery Test Engineer

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website ( monks.com/careers ). Battery Test Engineer The Role We are seeking a hands-on Battery Test Engineer with a proactive, get‑it‑done attitude to join a team qualifying next‑generation BMS algorithms and architectures. You will be instrumental in turning algorithm designs into validated, production‑ready battery systems that deliver exceptional user experience for portable consumer products. This position contributes to the development and qualification of advanced lithium ion battery technology for portable power consumer applications. You will work with the Battery Software Qualification team to develop battery firmware, algorithm and BMS qualification protocols to ensure high-level user experience. You will collaborate with algorithm engineers and other test engineers in the team to improve the quality, productivity and efficiency of these consumer products. Location: Cupertino, California, USA Work Schedule: On-site. What You’ll Do Execute test plans — Run electrical and battery cycler test plans provided by algorithm engineers and deliver high‑quality data on schedule. Analyze and investigate — Support algorithm engineers by analyzing test data and investigating abnormal observations. Troubleshoot and maintain — Diagnose equipment and sample issues; maintain and repair test equipment as needed. Automate validation — Co‑develop automated validation processes and test automation with other test engineers. Collaborate across teams — Work closely with algorithm engineers and test peers to improve product quality, productivity, and efficiency. What You Bring (Must‑Haves) Degree — M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or B.Sc. with relevant industrial experience. Programming — Strong programming skills, preferably in Python , for test automation. Test equipment experience — Hands‑on experience with battery testers, source meters, multimeters, and similar tools. Debugging — Excellent debugging skills for tackling challenging electrical and system problems. Circuit work — Practical experience working on electrical circuits. What We’d Love to See (Nice‑to‑Haves) Battery knowledge — Familiarity with Li‑ion battery chemistry and behavior. BMS experience — Experience in BMS algorithm, firmware, software development, or validation. Communication — Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration. Team fit — Comfortable working in a collaborative, dynamic environment. Attention to detail — Proven track record on tasks requiring high accuracy and attention to detail. What We Offer Benefits Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays 401k with company contribution Paid parental leave Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more! Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge here !) This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time. Monks has provided a compensation…