High Voltage Battery Pack Diagnostic Technician

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 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 results of the diagnostics and disassembly and testing of pack components, working closely with engineering to determine the root cause of failed component. This will result in the development and implementation of corrective actions in production.
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 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 Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 2 year Associate's degree or equivalent 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

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