High Voltage Battery Pack Diagnostic Technician

Energy Vault; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vehicle electrification seeks a High Voltage Battery Pack Diagnostic Technician based in Pontiac, Michigan. This role involves the diagnostics and testing of EV battery packs, working with engineering teams to implement corrective actions based on findings. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical and mechanical systems, with strong communication skills and a passion for innovative battery technologies.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Career development programs

Qualifications

• 5 years related work experience required.
• Detailed knowledge of complex mechanical and/or electrical concepts.
• Ability to travel by air and drive with no license restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, disassemble, and test pack components.
• Lead Field Response Team for dealer deployment.
• Champion safe testing and diagnostics of battery assemblies.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Electrical Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

2-year Associate’s degree in mechanical or electrical field

Tools

HiPot Tester

Oscilloscope

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Job Description

Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successfulcandidate is expected to report to Pontiac on a full-time basis.

The Role

The High Voltage Battery Pack Diagnostic Technician specializes in the safe and orderly preparation, diagnostics, testing and disassembly of Reserve Energy Storage System (RESS) Packs also known as EV Battery Packs within a teardown cell environment or on the road at dealer location.

Our team is looking for a candidate that is passionate about an all-electric future. This position is based in General Motors’ Pontiac, Michigan location. The role involves diagnosing, disassembling, and testing pack components to determine the root cause of any failures. You will work closely with engineering to develop and implement corrective actions in production based on your findings.

This role is a good fit for a qualified individual who is interested in innovative battery technologies and growing in the field of vehicle electrification. You will also possess the ability to train entry level technicians.

What You'll Do

• Champion safe testing, diagnostics, data logging and teardown of battery assemblies and related components. This includes utilizing vehicle controls simulation hardware, RAD WBS, HiPot, Oscilloscope and other diagnostic tools
• Lead Field Response Team deployment, traveling to US based dealers when required to root cause and tear down pack on site.
• Develop and manufacture special purpose instrumentation, cable and wiring assemblies, laboratory test equipment, and fixtures related to testing.
• Perform physical duties involving large and heavy high voltage batteries including rigging, movement, shipping, and disposal using forklift and overhead crane equipment
• Maintain records on work performed including data collected or analyzed
• Maintain awareness of Business Plan Deployment goals and objectives, identify and suggest relevant opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, implement, and sustain workplace organization practices
• Communication of findings with engineering personnel through verbal or written means
• Recommend revisions to process and procedures to improve safety and efficiency

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 2-year Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field
• 5 years related work experience
• Detailed knowledge of complex mechanical and/or electrical concepts
• Competence with typical office computer applications, e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel by air and drive with no license restrictions

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of high voltage battery systems and safe work practices
• Level 2B+ high voltage certified
• Advanced diagnostic and root cause analysis experience
• Experience with high voltage test equipment, protocols, measuring and recording devices
• Knowledge of electrical and electronics diagnostics and repair

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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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