Descripción
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, MI five days per week.
The Role
We are seeking a Materials Lab Engineer to support product development, production changes, and warranty investigations through advanced materials characterization and failure analysis. This role supports Battery Cells, EV and ICE components, and virtual validation activities.
What You’ll Do
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Perform specialized sample preparation and operate a wide range of analytical laboratory equipment to characterize materials used across GM vehicles. Materials include aluminum and ferrous castings, forgings, and sheet products; adhesives; elastomers and polymers; coatings; and surface geometries . For battery systems, components may include anodes, cathodes, separators, current collectors, cathode insulation coatings (CIC), and active materials .
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A uthor detailed laboratory reports that communicate key data, findings, and conclusions to engineering stakeholders
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S upport root-cause analysis and solution development for product and manufacturing issues
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Coordinate maintenance and calibration of assigned analytical equipment
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Perform laboratory administrative duties related to safety, quality, and responsiveness
What You’ll Need (Required Qualifications)
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Bachelor’s degree in Material Science in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or a related field of study
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2 or more experience in a Materials Laboratory or Materials Engineering
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Basic knowledge of metal, textiles, foam, polymers, etc.
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Experience using materials lab equipment to investigate component failures and characterize materials
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Comfortable working with hand tools and power tools to disassemble parts and assemblies
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Ability to troubleshoot complex problems, often with incomplete information, to arrive at a root cause
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High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
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Able to juggle several projects at the same time and prioritize as necessary
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Strong oral and written communications skills
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
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MS in Material Science in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or a related field of study
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Basic mechanical knowledge of automotive components
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Experience with Hardness Testing, Operation of Load Frames, Environmental Chambers, Optical & Electron Microscopy, Metallography, and CT X-ray
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