About EVgo:
EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to expedite the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by creating a convenient, reliable, and affordable EV charging network that delivers fast charging to everyone. EVgo’s owned and operated charging network is growing rapidly. We partner with multiple stakeholders including automakers; fleet and rideshare operators; retail hosts such as grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, gas stations, and more to make our vision of Electric for All a reality. The EV industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Join us as we charge forward into an all-electric future. Software is an integral part in realizing this vision and we are hiring a software manager to play a leadership role shaping our future.
Position Summary:
The Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring Vehicle DC Fast Charging systems and charging infrastructure are qualified for release against defined hardware and software performance, reliability, and compliance requirements.
This role spans developmental and validation testing at the component, sub-system, and system levels, including displays, low-voltage electronics, and three-phase high-voltage power electronics. The Test Engineer owns assigned test execution scope across the testing lifecycle—from test planning and equipment definition through execution, data analysis, and reporting—and plays a key role in supporting product quality and deployment readiness.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for assigned validation scope, aligned with product requirements and program milestonesSet up and execute environmental, durability, electrical, and functional test campaigns
- Own assigned test execution activities end-to-end, including test readiness, execution, documentation, and closure
- Define requirements for Special Test Equipment (STE), fixtures, and data acquisition systems with guidance from senior engineers
- Design or specify test fixtures and automated/manual test setups for defined test scenarios
- Coordinate test assets, including hardware configuration, software updates, and data collection, to support repeatable testing
- Ensure accurate data capture, analysis, and reporting for assigned test activities
- Analyze results to identify risks, trends, and failure modes, and communicate findings clearly
- Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and results
- Collaborate with engineering, reliability, manufacturing, and suppliers to execute experiments and support issue resolution
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Provide technical guidance to technicians during test execution
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in hardware test, validation, or product development environment.
- Hands-on experience testing electromechanical systems, preferably including high-voltage systems
- Strong capability in test setup, execution, instrumentation, and error-proofing
- Proficiency with lab instrumentation (power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, function generators, DAQ)
- Experience developing test procedures, reports, and test documentation
- Working proficiency in Python, SQL, or similar tools for test automation and data analysis
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply engineering judgment with supervision
- Willingness to travel for test integration, commissioning, or training
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of standards such as UL 2202, UL 50E, IEC 60068, MIL-STD-810
Experience with medium- and high-voltage systems (up to 1000 VDC)
Familiarity with charging and automotive protocols (SAE J1772, DIN 70121, ISO 15118, CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet)
Experience with Vector tools (CANape, CANalyzer)
Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, Jama, or similar tools
Experience with embedded Linux systems, flashing, and interfacing
For job positions in CA, CO, and NYC, the estimated salary range for a new hire in this position is $149,200.00 USD to $165,000.00 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, discretionary target cash bonus, and restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval). EVgo offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).
