Electrical Engineer High Voltage System Function Test

Volkswagen - Chattanooga, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Chattanooga, TN

Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers

About the position

The Electrical Engineer - High Voltage System Function Test role focuses on executing electrical vehicle charging performance tests and end-to-end evaluations in both laboratory and field environments. The engineer will conduct diagnostics and troubleshooting to support electric vehicles in North America, ensuring compliance with market requirements and quality standards set by VW. This position requires collaboration with teams in Germany and local service providers to ensure proper testing and evaluation of results.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, confirms, and maintains a database of test routes for field drives based on destination and/or test features.
• Organizes test plans (static and dynamic) and coordinates with interested participants.
• Executes all phases of the test and evaluation from planning, vehicle preparation, test execution, results documentation, and follow-up.
• Provides documentation on electrical communication errors during production and vehicle launch phases.
• Uploads documentation to the central database and follows up with responsible engineers for resolution.
• Provides local support for improvements regarding electrical vehicle applications, focusing on HV systems for the North American region.
• Maintains a fleet of test vehicles with the latest software and hardware levels.
• Maintains test benches and simulators in preparation for testing activities.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience with vehicle system or sub-system testing, or 2-3 years of vehicle control systems bench testing and evaluation experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required; Master's Degree is desired.
• Technical understanding of vehicle control systems, especially energy systems and powertrain control systems.
• Understanding of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Fundamentals.

Nice-to-haves

• German language proficiency is a plus.
• Understanding of vehicle communication protocols (CAN).
• Experience with vehicle function troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Collaboration with international teams