Verkor is a French industrial company aiming to pioneer low-carbon battery manufacturing in France. With the backing of prominent industrial companies such as Renault Group, Plastic Omnium and Schneider Electric, Verkor intends to electrify the future of European mobility.
With over 1100 experts from 53 different countries, our endeavor is to unite exceptional global talent to bring this ambitious and innovative project to life. Our strong and agile international team continues to grow and adapt to new challenges. Based in Grenoble and Dunkirk (France), we have started operations our Verkor Innovation Centre (R&D centre and 4.0 pilot line) which is now fully running and operational.
We now focus on enabling the successful start of production of our Gigafactory in Dunkirk (France). With this facility, our ambition is to ramp-up mass production of low carbon lithium ion batteries to facilitate the decarbonization of European mobility.
To elaborate and participate in the elaboration of tools and jigs to test variety of lithium ion cell R&D prototypes including coin cell, pouch cell and cylindrical cell : electrical and mechanical set-up
To perform test benches setup and wiring : upgrade, sensors adding, mechanical modification, measurement specifications
To specify the test benches, chambers, utilities in the scope of the testing center development with support from the validation team
To support the construction team on testing equipment's preparation and installation
To develop the testing equipment
To schedule tests according to tests standards and qualification plans and anticipate their preparation
To conduct and report internal tests in compliance with programs, procedures and safety rules
To perform cell testing and assist cell test fixtures definition : parametrization, measurement first analysis, conformity check, issues analysis and reporting
To specify the testing work-packages for tests outsourcing with the specification from validation team
To organize external tests and ensure their follow-up and exploitation
To work on the optimization of process parameters to improve performance, quality and yield
To perform the formalization and standardization of protocols and intellectual property via documentation generation/revision (work instructions, electronic notebook, …)
To provide a support in maintenance and troubleshooting of benches equipment
To participate on Verkor lab certification and accreditation readyness (IATF, ISO 17025,...)
MSC/Engineering degree in Electrical/Automation/Electronics/Automotive or similar engineering field
Experience : apprenticeship or min. 2 years in industrial company
Understanding of electric circuitry and electrical risks
Experience with automated test development including specification, procurement and validation
Experience with battery test bench software (FEV MORPHEE, Biologic BT-Test, Landt MonLanhe, …) is a plus
Core understanding of root cause and corrective action methodologies
Experience with testing lab software including automation and data processing tools (Python, Matlab etc,…)
Experience with product development, validation and safety
Experience with Li-ion cell testing is a plus
Great communication, autonomy and proactivity
English CEFR B2/C1 : ability to communicate and read on technical subjects
Fixed Term Contract of 18 months starting beginning of January 2027.
Why join us?
Strong company spirit and culture settle down around our 4 values:
Contribution
We promote personal initiative and give everyone the means to contribute to the company's success.
Communication
We're committed to transparent communication: we say what we think, and we mean what we say.
Team Spirit
Everyone, in their role, is an ambassador for the company. At Verkor, success is most definitely a team sport!
Commitment
We're all working towards a common goal: a sustainable future, which we're building one step at a time.
Attractive work conditions*
- Stimulating work environment: pleasant offices, multicultural and motivated team
- Lunch vouchers
- 50% of local transportation costs financed
- Industry-leading healthcare
- Opportunities to network and connect with worldwide experts
*all positions are open to individuals possessing a Recognition of the Status of Disabled Worker (RQTH)
