<h2>About e-Zinc</h2>e-Zinc is an energy storage venture based in Toronto with a breakthrough technology poised to disrupt the market. As the global energy grid moves to higher levels of penetration of renewable energy, there will be an exponential increase in demand for low-cost, flexible, long-duration energy storage. This is the market targeted by e-Zinc, the first in the world to “metalize” electricity.e-Zinc is on an incredible trajectory, which is illustrated by many significant funding and award milestones that recognize its unique technology and strong business plan, including:<ul><li>Raised more than CAD $80M in financing, partnering with Investors including Toyota Ventures, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Evok Innovations, Eni, Business Development Canada (BDC), Anzu Partners, Economic Development Canada (EDC)</li><li>Named to the <a href="https://www.cleantech.com/the-global-cleantech-100/">Global Cleantech 100</a> as one of the top 100 most promising cleantech companies across the world for the last 4 years (2022-2025)</li><li><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2022/03/canada-announces-grand-prize-winners-of-impact-canada-challenges.html">$1M grand prize winner of Impact Canada’s Charging the Future Challenge</a></li><li><a href="https://electricautonomy.ca/2020/02/12/breakthrough-energy-and-nrcan-award-funding-to-canadian-innovators-including-ev-charging-and-battery-start-ups/">Won a $1.6M grant through Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada</a></li><li>Awarded &gt;$12M in grant funding across 3 projects from Sustainable Technology Development Canada (SDTC)</li><li><a href="https://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/can-a-novel-zinc-battery-deliver-clean-multi-day-backup-power">Won a USD $1.3M grant through California Energy Commission</a></li></ul>e-Zinc is now looking to expand its talented team to bring its technology to market to support the renewable energy transformation.<h2>Opportunity</h2>e-Zinc is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Reliability Test Engineer to join our team. This role is critical to ensure the reliability of our long duration zinc-air battery. The Reliability Test Engineer will review the design, product duty cycle &amp; operating conditions, and design tests that will demonstrate the reliability of the product.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Review product design (3D CAD, 2D drawing, DFMEA, fault-tree analysis) and recommend changes to the design based on reliability engineering principles.</li><li>Design product validation tests for reliability based on reviews of the product design, intended application, duty cycle, and the operating environment.</li><li>Execute and/or coordinate validation tests on a long-duration battery and its electro-mechanical auxiliary systems. Gather relevant data, report the results, and summarize in DVP&amp;R.</li><li>Lead root cause &amp; problem-solving activities on test failures by using structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D, Red-X, Six Sigma) from the problem definition stage to implementation of the permanent countermeasure implementation, and monitoring for countermeasure effectiveness.</li><li>Design HALT, ALT, HASS, Ongoing reliability Testing and FAT that are appropriate for our technology (you will have access to external experts).</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>8+ years of demonstrated experience in the key responsibilities listed above in a high-volume &amp; high-reliability industry.</li><li>Worked for an IATF 16949 certified organization and understand how the standard governs an organization.</li><li>Familiarity with UL standards would be an asset.</li><li>Hands-on experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, battery testers like Arbin, and BMS HIL testers.</li><li>Proficient in data analysis using tools such as Origin, R, Minitab.</li><li>Experience in testing battery packs, automotive or high reliability and high-volume industry segments.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing test data using tools such as MATLAB, Python, R, Minitab, or other software.</li><li>Structured problem-solving skills with demonstrated experience in applying methodologies like 8D, Six Sigma, or similar.</li><li>Understanding and practical application experience of HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing), ALT (Accelerated Life Testing), HASS (Highly Accelerated Stress Screening), and FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and how they relate to each other.</li><li>Experience working with corrosive or otherwise hazardous chemicals.</li><li>Experience operating under IATF 16949 and understanding how it governs the rigorous process and documentation requirements.</li></ul>  Studies show that individuals in underrepresented groups tend to not apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the listed criteria. If you find you are passionate about a role and meet a good portion of the items listed, we encourage you to apply!At e-Zinc we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where we consider, celebrate, and embrace diversity. We thrive in an environment of mutual respect and welcome all applicants.Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email <a href="mailto:careers@e-zinc.ca">careers@e-zinc.ca</a>.

e-Zinc is a purpose-driven energy storage solutions company based in Toronto, Canada, that is winning domestic and international awards and stacking world-class investors and advisors.
Our unique zinc-based long-duration energy storage technology is enabling a reliable transition away from fossil fuel powered energy sources and providing the platform for the world&rsquo;s energy markets to be fully powered by renewable energy. By utilizing zinc as the base metal in our technology, we deliver a product that not only holds energy for multiple days, but can safely and reliably perform in the world&rsquo;s harshest environments. In addition, zinc is light on impact to the planet, readily available, and inexpensive because of its abundance, ubiquity, and recyclability.
At e-Zinc, we are dedicated to a zero-carbon future &ndash; a future to look forward to, with thriving nature and affordable, clean and reliable energy for all.

Reliability Test Engineer

<h2>About e-Zinc</h2>e-Zinc is an energy storage venture based in Toronto with a breakthrough technology poised to disrupt the market. As the global energy grid moves to higher levels of penetration of renewable energy, there will be an exponential increase in demand for low-cost, flexible, long-duration energy storage. This is the market targeted by e-Zinc, the first in the world to “metalize” electricity.e-Zinc is on an incredible trajectory, which is illustrated by many significant funding and award milestones that recognize its unique technology and strong business plan, including:<ul><li>Raised more than CAD $80M in financing, partnering with Investors including Toyota Ventures, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Evok Innovations, Eni, Business Development Canada (BDC), Anzu Partners, Economic Development Canada (EDC)</li><li>Named to the <a href="https://www.cleantech.com/the-global-cleantech-100/">Global Cleantech 100</a> as one of the top 100 most promising cleantech companies across the world for the last 4 years (2022-2025)</li><li><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2022/03/canada-announces-grand-prize-winners-of-impact-canada-challenges.html">$1M grand prize winner of Impact Canada’s Charging the Future Challenge</a></li><li><a href="https://electricautonomy.ca/2020/02/12/breakthrough-energy-and-nrcan-award-funding-to-canadian-innovators-including-ev-charging-and-battery-start-ups/">Won a $1.6M grant through Breakthrough Energy Solutions Canada</a></li><li>Awarded &gt;$12M in grant funding across 3 projects from Sustainable Technology Development Canada (SDTC)</li><li><a href="https://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/can-a-novel-zinc-battery-deliver-clean-multi-day-backup-power">Won a USD $1.3M grant through California Energy Commission</a></li></ul>e-Zinc is now looking to expand its talented team to bring its technology to market to support the renewable energy transformation.<h2>Opportunity</h2>e-Zinc is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Reliability Test Engineer to join our team. This role is critical to ensure the reliability of our long duration zinc-air battery. The Reliability Test Engineer will review the design, product duty cycle &amp; operating conditions, and design tests that will demonstrate the reliability of the product.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Review product design (3D CAD, 2D drawing, DFMEA, fault-tree analysis) and recommend changes to the design based on reliability engineering principles.</li><li>Design product validation tests for reliability based on reviews of the product design, intended application, duty cycle, and the operating environment.</li><li>Execute and/or coordinate validation tests on a long-duration battery and its electro-mechanical auxiliary systems. Gather relevant data, report the results, and summarize in DVP&amp;R.</li><li>Lead root cause &amp; problem-solving activities on test failures by using structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D, Red-X, Six Sigma) from the problem definition stage to implementation of the permanent countermeasure implementation, and monitoring for countermeasure effectiveness.</li><li>Design HALT, ALT, HASS, Ongoing reliability Testing and FAT that are appropriate for our technology (you will have access to external experts).</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>8+ years of demonstrated experience in the key responsibilities listed above in a high-volume &amp; high-reliability industry.</li><li>Worked for an IATF 16949 certified organization and understand how the standard governs an organization.</li><li>Familiarity with UL standards would be an asset.</li><li>Hands-on experience with test equipment, data acquisition systems, battery testers like Arbin, and BMS HIL testers.</li><li>Proficient in data analysis using tools such as Origin, R, Minitab.</li><li>Experience in testing battery packs, automotive or high reliability and high-volume industry segments.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing test data using tools such as MATLAB, Python, R, Minitab, or other software.</li><li>Structured problem-solving skills with demonstrated experience in applying methodologies like 8D, Six Sigma, or similar.</li><li>Understanding and practical application experience of HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing), ALT (Accelerated Life Testing), HASS (Highly Accelerated Stress Screening), and FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and how they relate to each other.</li><li>Experience working with corrosive or otherwise hazardous chemicals.</li><li>Experience operating under IATF 16949 and understanding how it governs the rigorous process and documentation requirements.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Studies show that individuals in underrepresented groups tend to not apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the listed criteria. If you find you are passionate about a role and meet a good portion of the items listed, we encourage you to apply!At e-Zinc we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where we consider, celebrate, and embrace diversity. We thrive in an environment of mutual respect and welcome all applicants.Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@e-zinc.ca">careers@e-zinc.ca</a>.

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