ESME Battery Systems Engineer - HV, Robotics & Quality

Gm Performance Power Units; Swindon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) seeks an experienced ESME Application Engineer to join our engineering team in Swindon. Focus is on safely building high‑performance battery systems with quality, through design, analysis, and process improvements across ES and ESME components.

The role requires a hands‑on engineering mindset, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to lead projects in a cross‑functional environment, with attention to safety and Built‑In Quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience in battery pack assembly engineering.
• Experience programming industrial robots.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-driven with a demonstrated ability to lead projects independently.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, motorsport, or other high-performance industries is a strong plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of the manufacturing process of the Energy Store (ES) and Energy Store Main Enclosure (ESME).
• Design and analyze production processes to ensure personnel safety at all times.
• Work with the Quality Department to develop in-process and end-of-line quality procedures for various assembly processes including equipment planning, evaluation, and selection.
• Actively contribute to the design process of the Energy Store (ES) and Energy Store Main Enclosure (ESME) to achieve Built-In Quality.
• Conduct root cause analysis for any problems found throughout the build process and communicate findings to relevant team members while documenting learnings.
• Create and maintain manufacturing operation work instructions.
• Document and communicate assembly process developments and innovations clearly.
• Work with the ERS Assembly Manager and High Voltage Safety Supervisor to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.

Skills

Robot programming

3D CAD

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent project lead

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

GM Performance Power Units (GM PPU) seeks an experienced ESME Application Engineer to join our engineering team in Swindon. Focus is on safely building high‑performance battery systems with quality, through design, analysis, and process improvements across ES and ESME components.

The role requires a hands‑on engineering mindset, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to lead projects in a cross‑functional environment, with attention to safety and Built‑In Quality.