Test Technician

EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. EnerSys complements our extensive lines of Motive Power, Energy Systems and Specialty Power, including Space, Defence and Aviation, with a full range of integrated services and systems.

This position will be based in our EnerSys Advanced Systems (EAS) Space line of business, which will be part of a team delivering international space missions for satellites, launchers, and interplanetary vehicles. The company works with both national and international space agencies like NASA and the European Space Agency as well as working across the commercial marketplace supporting missions that include Earth observation, internet of things (IoT) satellite constellations and global positioning and navigation systems. This is a role that can truly be said to impact people across the globe.

Job Purpose

Join our team as a Space Battery Test Technician and play a hands-on role in testing next-generation spaceflight hardware. You’ll work with cutting-edge battery systems in mission-representative environments, ensuring safety, performance, and reliability for real-world space applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and uphold safety standards across all test activities, including risk assessments and PPE compliance.
• Set up, operate, and maintain test equipment — from thermal vacuum chambers to dataloggers and battery testers.
• Execute electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests on battery units and subsystems.
• Write and review test procedures, programs, and documentation with precision and clarity.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians across disciplines to deliver successful test campaigns.
• Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy.
• Apply knowledge of HV battery systems, Li-ion cell behaviour, and safety protocols in all test scenarios.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering or technical subject (e.g. electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or related field).
• Hands-on experience in a technical or testing environment (internships, apprenticeships, or lab work all count).
• A proactive, safety-first mindset and a willingness to learn from experienced engineers and technicians.

Knowledge / Experience

• A basic understanding of electrical testing tools and techniques (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes).
• Familiarity with battery systems or interest in learning about Li-ion technology.
• Some exposure to mechanical or environmental testing (vibration, thermal, etc.) is a plus.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools to document and share your work.
• A curious mindset and a desire to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Skills / Competencies

• A team player who communicates clearly and works well with others.
• Detail-oriented and methodical — you take pride in doing things right the first time.
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and grow your technical skills.
• Flexible and adaptable — ready to take on new challenges as they come.
• Passionate about space, technology, and making a real impact.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just a job — it’s a launchpad. You’ll be part of a team building the future of space power systems, working on real hardware that could end up in orbit. We’ll support your development with hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow into more advanced roles.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.