EV Battery Serviceability Engineering Group Manager

GM • Warren, MI

61d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a visionary Engineering Group Manager with deep technical expertise and strategic leadership skills to drive EV High Voltage Battery Serviceability across multiple vehicle platforms. In this role, you’ll lead a high-performing team, champion technical excellence, program delivery, validation, quality, and deliver innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in automotive engineering.
• Proven track record of successful program execution and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of high voltage batteries, manufacturing processes, service processes and vehicle integration.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective collaboration across all organizational levels, including senior leadership.
• High initiative and ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and enable timely decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team
• Experience with global vehicle programs and supplier management.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and validation protocols.
• Comprehensive knowledge of EV systems, subsystems, and global aftersales processes.”
• Experience driving sustainability initiatives or circular economy strategies in automotive or related industries

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of High Voltage Battery Systems Service Engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Oversee staffing, performance reviews, and career development planning.
• Document lessons learned and share best practices across teams.
• Manage the full-service lifecycle of High Voltage Battery assemblies and components from concept through service retention.
• Challenge the status quo and propose creative, resource-efficient solutions.
• Resolve technical issues and ensure timely delivery of engineering milestones.
• Partner cross-functionally with Product, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Packaging, and Vehicle Architecture teams to ensure Aftersales and Lifecycle requirements are met.
• Influence senior leaders and engineering teams on future service strategies, while providing clear updates on program status, risks, and mitigation plans
• Facilitate decision-making across diverse functions and regions.
• Ensure all components meet Product and Aftersales requirements.
• Champion robust validation plans, monitor field performance, and leverage warranty data for continuous improvement
• Promote a culture of innovation focused on delivering efficient engineering solutions while encouraging the use of sustainable solutions.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitive benchmarks.
• Manage engineering budgets including personnel, shop equipment, fleet vehicles, and travel.
• Support adjacent teams with Service Information development, and Drive Unit, Engine and Transmission serviceability.
• Manage move requirements with GM Facilities to move your organization and adjacent teams to a new location in 2026 while ensuring continuity of operations.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees