Advanced Battery Cell Engineer at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or other related Science Degree
5+ years of battery experience or similar relevant engineering experience
Strong analytical skills for data analysis, project management, and problem-solving
High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team environment
Persuasive communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Implement design solutions during packaging of electrodes into stacks and cells with a specific focus on improving the safety of the cell for a given bill of materials
Work as a liaison between the design team, process and the cell engineering teams at the WBCIC, to drive, iterate and refine cell design to deliver acceptable outcomes towards end-of-line safety testing requirements
Identify innovations in operational equipment and emerging technologies, providing engineering support and recommendations to adjacent teams to promote safe operations, improved quality, and cutting-edge processes
Stay informed on upcoming advanced technologies within the electrification community to ensure alignment with capabilities, maintaining safety, quality, and on-time execution
Formulate strategic project plans to ensure the efficient execution of advanced cell engineering goals
Collaborate with cross-functional team members, such as cell design, product execution, research, and manufacturing engineering, to support timely completion of cell builds projects at the WBCIC
Establish quality standards and workflows for battery cell builds and collaborate with operators to drive process adjustments to meet quality and yield goals
Develop and apply quality control systems to drive continuous improvement in safety metrics
Track ongoing projects and provide relevant and succinct technical status updates to stakeholders at a regular cadence, identifying and escalating critical risks to maintain progress and mitigate potential roadblocks
Design targeted tests to identify stack design improvements and refine cell build specifications in collaboration with the design team
Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to convert cell-level requirements into component-level specifications

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Battery Cell DesignElectrode PackagingCell StackingCell SafetyBill of MaterialsProcess EngineeringSafety TestingElectrification TechnologiesEmerging Battery Technologies

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or onsite?

This role is categorized as onsite, requiring the successful candidate to report to the Wallace Battery Cell Innovation Center in Warren, Michigan on a full-time basis.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Responsibilities include implementing design solutions for electrode packaging into cells with a focus on safety, acting as a liaison between design, process, and cell engineering teams, identifying innovations in equipment and technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and quality goals.

What skills or qualities make an ideal candidate for this role?

The ideal candidate should have technical experience in advanced battery cell engineering, be passionate about automotive battery technologies, comfortable presenting to diverse audiences including suppliers, and skilled in strategic thinking, collaboration, and continuous learning.

What is the team structure like for this position?

You will join the Advanced Battery Cell Engineering team at the Wallace Battery Cell Innovation Center, working alongside advanced cell build engineers, design teams, process engineers, and cross-functional members from product execution, research, and manufacturing engineering.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees