Sr. Validation Engineer

Proterra Inc
Greer, SC
Category Engineering
Job Description
Proterra offers a dynamic and supportive workplace where employees can thrive personally and professionally. The company strives to foster a culture of inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging bold ideas.

Requirements

  • Design, plan, and execute validation test programs across module qualification, and pack-level system integration testing
  • Translate design requirements and customer specifications into comprehensive test plans, including performance, environmental, mechanical, and abuse protocols
  • Collaborate closely with pack designers, thermal engineers, and BMS teams to align validation strategy with design intent and program milestones
  • Analyze test data, identify failure modes, and communicate findings clearly to cross-functional stakeholders — including non-technical audiences — through well-structured reports and design reviews
  • Drive continuous improvement of test methods, fixtures, and data acquisition systems to increase throughput and data quality
  • Track and manage open validation issues using structured tools; ensure findings are resolved and documented before program gating milestones
  • Support external lab coordination for certification testing (e.g., UN38.3, ECE R100, SAE J2464, SAE J2380)

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards packages
  • Opportunities to develop professionally
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