Test Engineer - Energy Storage Systems

About magniX: Based in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, magniX builds solutions for the electric age, applying its aerospace-grade batteries, power electronics, power distribution, electric engines, and software to mission-critical applications across data centers, energy storage, defense, mobility, space, and aerospace. Built on an 800-volt architecture, magniX technology delivers industry-leading energy density, cycle life, and safety, and magniX electric engines have powered more than 200 flights across six different airframes, where the company remains the industry leader. As magniX extends its aerospace-grade standards into new markets, we are building a commercial organization to match, and are now ready to take our technology and products to market. Be part of a passionate team that is ushering in the electric age.

About the Role: Join magniX as an Test Engineer, Energey Storage Systems and play a pivotal role in advancing electric aviation through cutting-edge lithium-ion battery technology. As a member of the magniX test team, you’ll lead testing programs for Energy Storage Systems, from individual cell characterization to full-scale integrated battery systems, supporting the development of next-generation electric aircraft propulsion.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Commission and operate battery laboratories and high-power electrical test systems for development testing, design verification, and failure mode analysis
• Execute test programs spanning individual cells, battery modules, and complete integrated systems on test rigs and aircraft platforms
• Develop test methods and instrumentation for battery cell and Energy Storage System (ESS) testing, including designing, installing, and maintaining the data acquisition systems
• Define test strategies and requirements with the program management, simulation, design, and integration teams, and plan the test resources needed to deliver them
• Develop data processing tools using LabVIEW, HBM Perception, and/or Python for measurement, control, and analysis
• Create and maintain test documentation including test instructions, plans, reports, and datasets within our quality management framework
• Support ESS integration into flying test platforms and participate in flight test operations
• Provide on-site technical support at customer locations and work occasional rotating shifts as program needs require
• Support other magniX test programs beyond ESS as part of the test team

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Materials Science, or related discipline). Master’s is preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on battery testing experience, including cell characterization, module testing, and system-level validation, or equivalent specialization through graduate education. Lithium-ion experience is strongly desired.
• Experience with battery cyclers (Maccor, Arbin, NEWARE or similar) and potentiostat systems (BioLogic or similar)
• High-voltage DC systems proficiency with experience in HVDC sources and supporting electrical equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrochemical characterization expertise including dQ/dV analysis and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
• Battery safety, abuse testing, and failure mode analysis experience, such as UN38.3 compliance tests and DO-311A safety tests
• FAA certification experience with aircraft systems and components
• Advanced LabVIEW proficiency with additional skills in MATLAB and Python highly valued
• Hands-on technical skills including workshop tools, soldering, and general fabrication

Location: Applicants must be willing and able to commute to magniX's location in Everett, Washington.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000-$160,000

E-Verify: magniX utilizes E-Verify for employment eligibility verification

Pre-employment Screenings: Employment with magniX is contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements including a background screen.

Export Control Compliance: This position may require access to export-controlled data. To meet export control compliance requirements, candidates must be a “U.S. Person” (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), or an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

EHS/Environmental Requirements: This job operates in a manufacturing and testing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of time. This would require the ability to move around the facility and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. 

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): Required PPE provided by magniX based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the manufacturing and testing floor:

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Safety shoes
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Diversity and Inclusion: magniX is an equal opportunity employer. We value and embrace diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability status.