Analytical Battery Chemist

General Motors Company; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking an Analytical Battery Chemist to perform hands-on chemical and materials characterization of battery cells, components, and materials. You will support battery manufacturing, product development, quality investigations, and advanced electrification programs with rigorous testing and method development.

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to generate high-quality data, communicate findings, and drive solutions for battery-related challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• 2+ years of practical experience with chemical, electrochemical, and/or battery cell standard testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on analysis of automotive and battery materials using standard and custom test methods.
• Maintain analytical instrumentation, ensuring functional readiness through preventive maintenance and diagnostics.
• Author comprehensive reports detailing analytical results and findings.
• Establish timelines and project plans to meet internal and external customer expectations.
• Consult with cross-functional technical teams as a subject matter expert in chemical measurement.
• Apply data-driven problem-solving skills to analyze, diagnose, and recommend solutions based on lab test data.
• Adapt to changing project scopes and manage ambiguity effectively.
• Evaluate and implement emerging analytical methods and technologies to improve characterization capabilities and laboratory efficiency.
• Adhere strictly to General Motors safety practices and laboratory protocols.
• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Skills

Chemistry

Electrochemical testing

Battery cell testing

Education

BS in Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering

Tools

FTIR

Raman

Ion Chromatography

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectrometry

Job description

Job Description At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard — from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role

The Analytical Battery Chemist will perform hands‑on chemical and materials characterization of battery cells, components, raw materials, and unknown samples using advanced analytical instrumentation and laboratory techniques. This role will support battery manufacturing, product development, quality investigations, and advanced electrification programs through routine chemical testing and analytical method development. The successful candidate will generate high‑quality data, communicate technical findings, and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and research teams to solve complex battery‑related challenges.

What You’ll Do

Perform hands‑on analysis of automotive and battery materials using standard and custom test methods. Maintain analytical instrumentation, ensuring functional readiness through preventive maintenance and diagnostics. Author comprehensive reports detailing analytical results and findings. Establish timelines and project plans to meet internal and external customer expectations. Consult with cross‑functional technical teams as a subject matter expert in chemical measurement. Apply data‑driven problem‑solving skills to analyze, diagnose, and recommend solutions based on lab test data. Adapt to changing project scopes and manage ambiguity effectively. Evaluate and implement emerging analytical methods and technologies to improve characterization capabilities and laboratory efficiency. Adhere strictly to General Motors safety practices and laboratory protocols. Work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• 2+ years of practical experience with chemical, electrochemical, and/or battery cell standard testing.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of battery analysis techniques (e.g., cell teardowns, lithium plating mapping, porosity analysis, electrode material characterization, and coin cell building/testing).
• Proficiency with FTIR, Raman, Ion Chromatography (IC), Gas Chromatography (GC), and Mass Spectrometry (MS) instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Li‑ion battery benchmarking and safe cell teardown processes.
• Working knowledge of ASTM chemical analysis standards.
• Understanding of chemical interactions within automotive systems.
• DFSS Experience (Green or Black Belt).

Immigration and Relocation

#LI-LP2 GM does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J‑1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full‑time basis. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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