Why just build a car when you could reinvent mobility? At the BMW Group, the future is reinvented every day. With specialists who are sure-footed enough to confidently go beyond the beaten path. In flexible teams, where intellect and intuition combine to create solutions that have never before been imagined.

Battery Specialist:

• Provides technical and specialized guidance to the Plant production areas on materials and quality topics through testing and measurement activities.
• Provides technical or specialized guidance to internal and external customers.
• Leads testing for the Plant hybrid vehicle production.
• Performs testing, data analysis, report writing, and problem solving.
• Performs testing for BMW Shared Services Hybrid Vehicle warranty claims.
• Supports Battery production and rework.
• Utilizes standard equipment for performing battery and hybrid vehicle testing, including microscopes, x-ray, and electrical test equipment.
• Develops materials test methods.
• Provides expertise to develop technical solutions to complex issues within assigned areas.
• Collaborates with process partners Plant-wide PMP (Problem-Management Process), 8D, and CST (Cross-System Teams).
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented.
BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.
In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
- Retirement Income Account
- Life insurance
- BMW Associates Assistance Program
- Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Company vehicle program

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering OR AA/AS degree in a technical field AND 2 years of related professional high voltage systems engineering experience OR the equivalent of 4 years of related professional high voltage systems engineering experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in automotive manufacturing.
• 5+ years of professional experience with electrical devices and problem solving.
• 5+ years of professional experience in technical report writing and editing.
• 3+ years of professional experience with hybrid technology batteries.
• 2+ years of professional experience operating and interpreting data using relevant test machines.
• Blitz 4 (high voltage) training (preferred).
• Hybrid battery related training (preferred).
• 5+ years of professional MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint, and Access).
• 3+ years of knowledge of equipment and general testing methods for a variety of materials.
• 3+ years of knowledge of electrical and/or battery testing.
• German language skills (preferred).

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee.