Battery Lifecycle Engineer

General Motors; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking an EV Battery Lifecycle Engineer to lead the development and execution of battery recycling strategies across GM facilities and supplier networks. The role requires independent management of complex, multi-phase projects with cross-functional teams to meet sustainability and profitability goals.

You will collaborate with external recyclers and logistics providers to define requirements, evaluate capabilities, and drive high-quality execution, while aligning with

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven cross-functional program management experience.
• Ability to work independently with external suppliers and regulators.
• Experience with waste, recycling, or hazardous materials regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end projects supporting GM’s EV battery recycling strategies.
• Plan multi-phase projects across functions, managing scope, schedule and budget.
• Collaborate with external suppliers, recyclers, and logistics providers.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and draft requirements for RFQs.
• Support business cases by analyzing data and market conditions.
• Partner with Communications to craft internal/external materials.
• Develop sustainability plans for pack/module/cell and recyclability.
• Represent GM at external forums and conferences.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional

Supplier management

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description The Role

The EV Battery Lifecycle Engineer position will focus on the development and execution of battery recycling strategies. You will work with a cross-functional team to create battery lifecycle strategies for GM batteries to meet corporate goals for profitable sustainability. In this Program Execution role, you will independently manage complex projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to design and implement robust recycling, waste, and materials management solutions across GM facilities, plants, and our supplier ecosystem.

What You Will Do

• Lead end-to-end projects that support GM’s EV battery and broader materials recycling strategies, including closed-loop recycling supply chains and facility/plant waste management initiatives.


• Plan and manage complex, multi-phase projects (scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder alignment) across functions such as GM Customer Care & Aftersales, Sustainable Workplaces, Product Development, Purchasing, Finance, Manufacturing, and Communications.


• Work independently with external suppliers, recyclers, and logistics providers to define requirements, evaluate capabilities, negotiate technical approaches, and drive high-quality execution at plants and facilities.


• Evaluate supplier capabilities and proposals for contract awards Write Statement of Requirements (SORs) for battery lifecycle Requests for Quotations (RFQs).


• Support Lifecycle and Innovation Business Case Development by analyzing data, monitoring industry conditions and developments, and soliciting input from stakeholders.


• Collaborate with Communications team on the crafting of internal and external communications related to recycling.


• Collaborate with cross functional team to develop a pack, module, and cell sustainability plan with stakeholders


• Collaborate with Pack, Module, and cell Technical Specialists to develop design for recyclability requirements


• Serve as a representative of the team and General Motors at external forums and conferences.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Environmental Science or related field


• Typically 5+ years of relevant professional experience (e.g., engineering, environmental, operations, or program management).


• Demonstrated project or program management experience leading cross-functional initiatives, including planning, execution, and stakeholder alignment.


• Proven ability to work independently with external suppliers, service providers, and/or regulatory agencies to define work, resolve issues, and drive results.


• Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners (for example: Aftersales, Sustainable Workplaces, Product Development, Manufacturing, New Business Development, Product Planning, Finance, and Communications).


• Working knowledge of environmental regulations and practices related to waste, recycling, and/or dangerous goods (e.g., hazardous waste, batteries, chemical materials, or transportation of dangerous goods), and the ability to apply them in an operational context.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work from limited or ambiguous information to develop practical, data-driven solutions for new or non-standard problems.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver clear, high-quality communications and presentations to technical and non-technical stakeholders at multiple levels.


• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of commitments, work with minimal guidance, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results on time and to a high standard.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Graduate Degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental, Sustainability, Manufacturing or related field


• Experience in EV battery lifecycle, battery chemistry, pack/module/cell development, validation, or service operations (EV battery experience is strongly preferred but not required).


• Prior responsibility for environmental, waste, or dangerous goods programs in a manufacturing plant, warehouse, or large facility network.


• Experience managing external suppliers, recyclers, or logistics partners, including performance management and contract execution.


• Understanding of automotive service and aftersales processes and requirements, particularly as they relate to high-voltage batteries, components, or hazardous materials.


• Systems engineering or operations experience integrating technical, regulatory, and business considerations into cohesive program plans.


• Demonstrated capability to develop business cases for decisions requiring technical, logistical, regulatory, manufacturing and supplier inputs


• #LI-KE2 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 hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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