Validation Engineer

Company: Shell Recharge Solutions
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Validation Engineer Must be available to work on-site in downtown Los Angeles, CA on average 1 day per week.
Join us to build the new electric mobility future!
Shell Recharge Solutions is unlocking the possibilities of the new electric mobility future by delivering innovative software and services that empowers utilities, cities, communities and automakers to deploy EV charging infrastructure at scale. Our technology is connecting people to their destinations in a safer, cleaner, and smarter way. Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, the company's global footprint spans across three continents with deployments in 13 different countries.
At Shell Recharge Solutions, we are looking for candidates who want to be a part of something bigger than themselves - authentic, purpose-driven individuals who believe having a career means making a meaningful impact on our business and the world. We believe in creating and doing 'the next right thing', especially when stepping into new spaces and territories previously unexplored. We are looking for the bold and the courageous, the innovative, and the accountable; those who can quickly translate ideas into meaningful action; and those who have a passion for learning and growing along with us!
Join our Systems and Validation team as a Validation Engineer!
Purpose: The purpose of the Systems Validation Engineer is to validate components of Shell Recharge Solutions' multi-technology energy platform including EV chargers, energy storage, and embedded energy management technologies. You will develop and automate test cases from requirements, and participate in the development cycle of Shell Recharge Solutions advanced energy management software platform. You will help drive quality within the Shell Recharge Solutions' ecosystem by participating in all aspects of black-box API testing for the many EV chargers that Shell Recharge Solutions utilizes. You will work with both hardware and software test setups to help Shell Recharge Solutions deliver a quality product.
Formal Responsibilities: - Build test capabilities like customer scenario simulation, end-to-end functional and performance testing. - Develop python applications and associated unit and integration test automation in a Linux environment. - Document validation and test plans for open EV charger communication standards. - Architect and develop strategies to test the system at all levels of the application stack. - Build, manage and execute manual/automated test suites to exercise our world-class software against the dynamic EV charging ecosystem. - Automate tasks through creation and maintenance of scripts and tools - Track defects and drive vendors to closure - Lead efforts to obtain and maintain open standard certifications (OCPP, ISO15118, CCS, etc.) - Maintain internal testing and validation equipment.
Who We Are Looking For: If you find passion in enabling people to find purpose in their work, supporting the workforce in making connections to Company's mission, creating and driving a performance-oriented culture, and you have 4+ years of experience working in systems validation, we would love to talk to you about this position.
Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or STEM-related field. - 4+ years experience working with Python Development/Programming in a Linux/Mac environment.
Preferred Qualifications: - Hands-on experience with Websockets, Networking, and REST API testing. - Hands-on experience with Django, AsyncIO, Docker, and JSON - Hands-on experience with EVs, EV chargers, and CPMS - Hands-on experience with CCS, Chademo, and ISO15118 - Hands-on experience with Battery storage systems - Certified electrician is a plus - Experience in power systems, grid management, and inverters - Fast pace learner and self-starter - Experience with energy storage, EV and electrical distribution preferred - Knowledge of software requirements, architecture, and documentation - Knowledge of code maintenance, coding standards, and version control - Work in an Agile (SCRUM) engineering environment - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, collaborative skills, and cross-functional interface skills - Effective communication of project results in written reports and presentations - Ability to solve problems by identifying root causes, analyzing possible solutions, and taking appropriate action - Committed to security practices in policy and delivery - Show vigilance in reporting of information, security vulnerabilities whether personal devices, corporate assets, services offered to customers, or office environment - Willing to participate in additional security and privacy trainings - Willing to be a model citizen/mentor in security practices for Shell Recharge Solutions - A sense of humor!
What We Offer: - A work environment that allows you to work with and learn from some of the best and brightest in this emerging industry - The ability to make a difference in a world that needs our technology to help reduce carbon emissions and enable a more sustainable energy future through the use of electric vehicle charging software, services and infrastructure - The freedom to learn, suggest, and implement innovative new ideas applied to our systems, processes, programs and technologies - Daily ownership of your role in a challenging, high-growth environment. - A casual work environment and culture that support work life 'fit', enabling you to fit life into your work and work into your life, i.e. flexible scheduling, virtualization options, and a generous holiday package - Well-being programs that enable you to thrive, e.g. investment in ergonomics, healthy snacks in the workplace, completely subsidized onsite gym program - Competitive pay and benefits programs designed to enable you to thrive inside and outside of work - Participation in Shell Recharge Solutions' performance and rewards bonus program - Best in class, medical benefits that offer 100% health-care coverage for employees (medical, dental, vision) and a 401K program, supporting financial well-being - Innovative Paid Time Off Program - 9/80 Flex Work schedule - A collaborative, progressive headquarter location at the ROW Downtown Los Angeles with fully subsidized onsite parking and access to unique food and beverage experiences.
AAP/EEO StatementShell Recharge Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Shell Recharge Solutions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion or belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Shell Recharge Solutions will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
E-Verify EmployerShell Recharge Solutions participates in E-Verify, as an employer we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.


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