7-PDO Project Engineer

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world’s largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 77 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 274,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 35 countries. In 2007, nearly 9.37 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com Position to develop materials and processes for production of battery plates, cells, and fluids. Help product engineers with prototype materials and material testing.  Characterize materials from several vendors, doing material performance evaluation and improvement of our current designs, and researching the latest technologies and design solutions for our next generation battery solutions. There will be a focus on lithium ion and nickel metal hydride battery designs, safety and charge/discharge control, as well as cell material selection and characterization.

Conduct goal-oriented material performance and cycle life characterization studies of electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries.  Utilize electrochemical experimental skills to assist in understanding and improving the life and performance of cells and batteries, as well as their components. Solves electrochemical problems related to cell and battery development.  Perform trade studies and benchmarking; prepare material and material performance specifications; orchestrate design reviews in a Six Sigma process driven environment; work with thermal and mechanical analysts to verify battery designs; provide technical materials support to battery cell subcontractors; establish test requirements; support battery manufacturing and test; along with vehicle integration, test, and launch.

Generates technical solutions for current, new and major programs Provides technical leadership for advanced technology development Performs complex design analysis Solves engineering related problems Works with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs Plans and implements test and/or development programs Communicates information to and from internal and external customer organizations Coordinates and consults with departments outside engineering, such as manufacturing Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products Travels as required Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Chemistry or other similar discipline.  Knowledge of electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering with skills in designing, conducting, and interpreting electrochemical experiments. Experience with lithium-ion battery technologies preferred.  Good mechanical process-product knowledge and computer skills. Thermal and lab experience are also desired.GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: High level of oral and written communication skills Good understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of Lithium ion and Nickel Metal hydride battery systems Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area DFSS Certification a plus.