About H55

As the technological spin-off of Solar Impulse, the first electric airplane to fly around the world, the mission of H55, is to make aviation clean, safe, and affordable.

The company’s strengths and competencies lie in developing propulsion and energy storage solutions which are modular, lightweight, and certifiable.

Having integrated and flown 4 electric airplanes, the Swiss start-up has been selected by Pratt & Whitney Canada to provide the battery pack for its regional hybrid-electric flight demonstrator. This recent announcement is a further illustration of H55’s position as a major enabler in the electric commuter market.

About the role

The position will be based in the H55’s headquarters in Sion, Switzerland.
This role will report to the Head of Integration & Testing team, and will be primarily focused on developing test activities on Li-ion cells and modules and power electronics, to enable new energy storage system designs based on state-of-the-art technologies and materials.

Responsibilities

• Test Operations:

• Operate, control, and monitor test benches for various applications.
• Execute test protocols both at the Sion facility and at supplier locations within Switzerland.

• Test Setup & Configuration:

• Prepare test setups, including mechanical and electrical configurations.
• Manufacture wire harnesses and other hardware required for tests.
• Ensure accurate configuration management throughout testing.

• Test Development:

• Assist in the assembly and development of test benches as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues during testing and contribute to the continuous improvement of test processes.

• Data Management:

• Record, document, and report test results with high accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.

Your Profile

• Skills & Experience:
• Strong foundation in automation systems, including configuration management.
• Safety culture, careful and conscientious.
• Ability to prepare and execute test setups with a meticulous and diligent approach.
• Experience with electric motor is a plus.
• Proficient in hardware setup, including the manufacture of wire harnesses and other components.
• Experience with measurement tools (Oscilloscope,...)
• Good understanding of basic IT tools
• Practical experience with LabVIEW or TestStand is a plus
• English intermediate, French is a plus but not mandatory.
• Soft Skills:
• Attention to detail and precision in work.
• Effective time management and organization.
• Proactive and team-oriented mindset.
• Innovation mindset: open-mindedness, co-operation, quick adaptation to new topics, and proactivity.

What we offer

• An amazing work Location in Sion, Valais in the heart of Swiss Alps.
• A highly dynamic and multicultural environment where you can grow and learn by working on ambitious challenges to shape the future of Electric Aviation.

We hope this role sounds exciting and could be your next step, if so follow the steps to apply, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

H55 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on competence, performance, and business needs.