Mechanical Engineer I (Test Services Engineer)

KULR Technology Group is a publicly traded company (NYSE: KULR) with a vibrant startup dynamic, headquartered in San Diego, CA. Our mission is developing energy management platforms to accelerate the global transition to a circular electrification economy. We create sustainable solutions that benefit humanity using space proven engineering, making the world of batteries and electronics cooler, lighter, and safer. We operate in four verticals: e-mobility, environmental/energy storage, industrial/consumer tools, and aerospace/defense. Our technologies have been deployed by NASA, including applications on the Space Station and Mars Rover.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer I (Test Services Engineer)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Rate: $67,600 – $98,200

Reports to: Director of Test and Analysis Services Division

Location: Onsite

KULR Technology Location: Webster, TX 

Travel: Up to 10% travel to support testing, conferences, and customer engagement activities.

Position Overview: 

KULR Technology Corporation provides a comprehensive suite of lithium-ion single cell, pack-level, and integrated battery testing services focused on battery safety, performance, and longevity. KULR continues to expand its testing portfolio, which includes cell-level calorimetry and thermal runaway abuse testing, cell aging and performance studies, impingement zone mapping (IZM) studies, Multiphysics modeling and thermal analysis.

As a Test Services Engineer, you will work cross-functionally with our world-class team to develop and execute tests for existing product designs and provide testing services to address customer needs. The Test Services Engineer will become fully immersed in our process which involves the development of testing procedures for rigorous testing and analysis activities that enhance design and understanding for KULR and our customers.

Functions: 

• Develop destructive and performance-based test procedures for materials, components, and assembled systems to validate design requirements.
• Assist with destructive and performance-based test programs for both internal and customer-provided materials, components, and assembled systems.
• Data Processing: Collect, organize, and process engineering data from various sources, including simulations, tests, and experiments. Develop data analysis pipelines and use statistical methods to draw meaningful insights and conclusions.
• Aid in design and assembly of KULR’s innovative testbeds and testing apparatuses. 
• Ensure the quality of KULR’s testing facilities by performing critical maintenance activities.
• Cross-training as mutually agreed upon by the engineer and their supervisor to further support business needs.  
• Designs, develops, prototypes, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery. 
• Develops specifications for new parts or prototypes. 
• Identifies appropriate materials and processes to ensure the quality, performance, and manufacturability of products. 
• Uses CAD software and other design and modeling tools to develop and improve parts and products. 
• Conducts analysis and tests to determine weaknesses and failures in prototypes or products. 
• Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.     

Supervisory Responsibilities:  N/A.

Requirements

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field, required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Demonstrated experience in data processing, analysis, and visualization, preferably in an engineering context.
• Minimum of 6-12 months’ experience in hands-on assembly and/or testing activities. Relevant internship experience can count towards this requirement.
• Preferred:
  • Prior experience working with battery systems, BMS, and electrical systems would be preferred, but is not required.
  • Prior experience developing technical engineering documentation such as system requirements, test plans, test procedures, or formal technical reports would be preferred, but is not required.
  • Science, technology or math background preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Familiarity with engineering software, such as Computer Assisted Design (CAD), Finite Elemental Analysis (FEA), or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools.
• Expert use of MS Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project) required.
• Applied Mechanics. 
• Design Engineering.
• Design Optimization. 
• Design Review. 
• Mechanical Engineering. 
• Prototyping. 
• Requirements Engineering/Analysis. 
• CAD Software.
• Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Software
• Ability to translate engineering problems into Python-based solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical concepts effectively.
• Proficiency in data processing techniques, statistical analysis, and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, mechanics, and materials.
• Understanding of software development best practices, version control, and testing.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects efficiently.
• Adaptability and openness to learning new tools and technologies.
• Ability to actively contribute to and engage with a growing, highly motivated team.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others, build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to accomplish business objectives.  
• Demonstrated ability to assume personal accountability, address limitations, exhibits honesty and respect towards others, the company and oneself. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, assessing business needs and using problem solving skills to address challenges.  
• Demonstrated ability to serve and actively contribute as an active team member on the immediate team and the larger organization. Ability to support the team effort without necessarily taking the lead. 
• Able to generate new insights into situations and encourage innovation to generate successful outcomes.  Creates, designs, and implements programs or processes.  
• Ability to achieve measurable goals and results to support of organizational success. 
• Ability to understand and analyze underlying organizational issues.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to build effective relationships to achieve business results. 
• Strong demonstrated written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with a wide range of individuals in a diverse community. 
• Cooperative spirit within a team of diverse cultures while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and frequently changing priorities. 
• Intermediate use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite Applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.  

Physical Demands/Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee may encounter while performing this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Office Work Environment

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures and viewing a computer terminal. The work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, which permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to frequently operate a personal computer (estimated 80%-100% of the typical office workday) and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office setting and at a computer workstation for an extended period, with the ability to move around the office considered to be approximately 100% of the workday.

Test Facility Work Environment

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Occasionally
• Small and/or enclosed spaces: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Occasionally
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 150 pounds in all directions: Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another: Occasionally.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Occasionally
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces: Occasionally.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Occasionally
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Occasionally

Special Conditions: 

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Successful applicant must meet ITAR requirements.

Disclosure And Acknowledgement: 

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by the supervisor in compliance with federal and state Laws. 

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.