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
As a Battery Systems Lab 2nd shift Technician you will report to a 2nd shift Group Leader and specialize in the safe and orderly preparation and testing of high voltage batteries and related components within a lab environment. You will indirectly affect the quality, durability and performance of electrified vehicles and related products developed by General Motors.
This role is an ideal opportunity for a qualified individual who is interested in state-of-the-art battery technologies and testing methods and is interested in the growing field of vehicle electrification.
What You’ll Do
- Champion safe test setup for battery assemblies and related components. This includes defining and performing procedures and checks to ensure test results are delivered on time and with quality.
- Develop and manufacture special purpose instrumentation, cable and wiring assemblies, laboratory test equipment, and fixtures related to testing of battery assemblies or related components
- Perform physical duties involving large and heavy high voltage batteries including movement, shipping, and disposal
- 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
- Maintain and communicate findings with engineering personnel through verbal or written means
- Recommend revisions to product or component design as needed
- Conduct or assist with Safety and Abuse testing as needed
- Conduct or assist with detailed teardown and analysis of battery cells, modules, and packs
- Conduct or assist with vibration testing including working above 6 ft and using cranes and rigging to move high voltage properties
- Able to successfully complete all required UAW GM training courses including respirator, cranes/hoist, Lockout etc.
What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)
- Associate’s degree or equivalent in the mechanical or electrical field
- Battery systems lab or related work experience
- Thorough knowledge of complex mechanical and/or electrical concepts, including reading engineering drawings
- Working knowledge of test automation applications used in a laboratory environment
- Competence with typical office computer applications, e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
- Strong written and oral communication skills
What Will Give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Knowledge of high voltage battery systems and safe work practices
- Experience with laboratory test equipment, measuring and recording devices