Pontiac, Michigan, United States of America
16 hours ago
EV High Voltage Battery Technician
Job Description

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

The Role

In this exciting new role, the EV high voltage battery technician specializes in the safe and orderly preparation, testing and disassembly of Reserve Energy Storage System (RESS) also known as EV Battery Packs, within a teardown cell environment. 

Our team is looking for a candidate that is passionate about an all-electric future. The activity and results we produce are used to determine the root cause of failed components to develop and implement corrective actions in production. 

As a High Voltage Technician, you will demonstrate basic knowledge, skills, training, and learning ability that you can use in other Engineering organizations. 

What You'll Do

Champion safe disassembly of high voltage EV battery assemblies and related components while capturing failure cause and findings.Assist with logistics, crating/uncrating and preliminary tests on high voltage battery assemblies.Perform physical duties involving large and heavy high voltage batteries including rigging, movement, shipping, and disposal using forklift and overhead crane equipment.As part of the Field Response Team, travel to dealer locations to root cause and disassemble unstable to ship battery packs on site rendering them to a stable state. This will require regular short-term travel, approx. 25%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 practicesCommunication of findings with engineering personnel through verbal and written meansRecommend revisions to process and procedures to improve safety and efficiency

Additional Job DescriptionYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)Associate’s degree or equivalent in the mechanical or electrical field2 years related work experience.Detailed knowledge of complex mechanical and/or electrical conceptsAbility to Perform physical duties involving lifting movement of battery modules and crates.Strong written and oral communication skillsAbility to travel by air and to safely drive a vehicle, with no license restrictions. Approximately 25% travelCompetence with typical office computer applications, e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

Bachelor's degreeKnowledge of high voltage battery systems and safe work practicesHigh Voltage 2B Certified.CFR 49 Hazardous Material CertifiedExperience with basic high voltage test equipment, measuring and recording devices.Knowledge of electrical and electronics diagnostics and repair

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values; 
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.


We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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