Support the Global Battery Systems Lab (GBSL) and Wallace Battery Cell Innovation Center (WBCIC) at the Warren Technical Center Campus for development and validation of battery technologies and lab infrastructure enhancements
Develop and validate test scripts and associated equipment drivers while meeting strict timing requirements
Replicate environmental and usage profiles in scripts (e.g., DC fast charge in desert, winter driving in Canadian tundra)
Integrate new test hardware into the test labs, including large battery cyclers and shakers
Work closely with product engineering teams to comprehend new product functionality and implement integration methods with test automation equipment and test scripts
Provide troubleshooting support for integration of test scripts, lab equipment, and products being tested
Ensure test data generation, delivery, and storage methods meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations
Interface with battery packs to read voltages, temperatures, state of charge, and control electrical connections to lab hardware
Support the lab’s physical networking capabilities and collaborate with internal and external IT and test automation organizations
Maintain awareness of testing equipment and methods, evaluate for adoption, and champion innovation projects
Work in a collaborative, software release-oriented team atmosphere and participate in peer review of test scripts
Identify and engage in continuous improvement projects to mature testing methods and increase efficiency while maintaining commonality across test stands
Support weekend and off-shift needs as required
Requirements
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or similar discipline
2+ years of software development experience
Experience in a testing lab environment working with general hardware tools, including tools like, microcontrollers, battery cyclers, power suppliers etc
Demonstrated proficiency in a high-level programming language, e.g. C, C++, C#, Java, Python, MATLAB
Demonstrated ability to design and implement algorithms to automate tasks
Understanding of electrical hardware and ability to interpret electrical drawings
Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of autonomy in a complex environment, managing multiple projects by establishing priorities and deliverables with minimal supervision
Support weekend and off-shift needs as required
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
(Preferred) M.S.E. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
(Preferred) Battery systems product development and/or testing experience
(Preferred) Ability to understand, utilize, and debug common networking protocols, e.g. TCP, UDP, IP, RS232, Ethernet
(Preferred) Experience working with high voltage DC power systems
(Preferred) Software change control and release using the Git Ecosystem
(Preferred) Experience with unit and continuous integration testing
(Preferred) Experience working with time series databases, e.g. InfluxDB, Prometheus, Diadem
(Preferred) Experience with Agile Methodology and associated tools, e.g. Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence
(Preferred) Programming of test automation systems, e.g. A&D iTest, AVL Lynx, LabView, TestStand, Veristand
(Preferred) Use of common automotive debug and data acquisition tools, e.g. CANalyzer, VehicleSpy, INCA/MDA
(Preferred) Ability to understand, utilize, and debug application specific protocols, e.g. CAN, LIN, mail slots, SPI, modbus
(Preferred) Knowledge of traditional product development, validation and release timing, milestones and methodologies
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