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Job Description
Electrical & Controls Engineer – EV Battery Welding Systems
Location: Holt, Detroit, or Lansing, MI (Hybrid – 2 days onsite) Travel: Up to 75% (domestic)
About the Role:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Electrical & Controls Engineer – EV Battery Welding Systems to lead the design, integration, optimization, and ongoing support of advanced micro-welding equipment used in high-volume EV battery manufacturing. This role focuses on delivering safe, repeatable, and high-quality welding solutions for high-voltage flex circuits supporting battery cells, modules, and packs.
The ideal candidate is an innovative, data-driven engineer with deep experience in electrical and controls systems, a strong commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced EV launch environments. This is a hybrid role based in the greater Detroit area and part of a corporate engineering organization.
What You’ll Do:
Electrical & Controls Engineering
Design, specify, and troubleshoot electrical and controls systems for high-voltage flex circuit micro-welding equipment, including laser and resistance welding platforms
Develop and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and I/O documentation for automated manufacturing systems
Ensure compliance with NFPA 79, IEC, UL, and internal high-voltage manufacturing standards
High-Voltage Micro-Welding Process Support
Support electrical and controls aspects of micro-welding processes for battery tabs, busbars, voltage sense tabs, and module interconnects
Support welding of copper, aluminum, nickel, and plated materials, including dissimilar metal joints
Interface with laser sources (fiber and disk), beam delivery optics, galvo scanners, various wavelengths (blue, red, green), and resistance welding power supplies
Implement and support real-time weld monitoring and feedback systems (current, voltage, energy, displacement, plume monitoring, vision, pyrometry)
Support weld validation and quality requirements per ISO 13919, ISO 6520, AWS, and customer-specific battery standards
Battery Safety & Compliance
Support electrical safety requirements in high-energy EV battery manufacturing environments
Design and validate Class 4 laser safety systems, including enclosures, interlocks, LOTO, light curtains, and safety PLC architectures
Ensure proper grounding, isolation, and ESD controls critical to battery production
Support compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific EV battery quality and safety requirements
Manufacturing, Launch & Commissioning
Lead electrical and controls support for FAT/SAT, equipment commissioning, production launches, and ramp-up
Provide hands-on troubleshooting to minimize downtime, scrap, and weld-related defects
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, FPY, defect reduction, and equipment reliability
Partner with maintenance teams to develop PM standards, troubleshooting guides, and training materials
Quality, Traceability & Data Systems
Support PFMEA, DFMEA (as applicable), Control Plans, and Cp/Cpk activities related to welding processes
Implement weld data collection, traceability, and MES integration tied to serial numbers
Participate in structured problem-solving (8D, A3, root cause analysis) for quality or reliability issues
Support PPAP submissions, customer audits, and launch readiness reviews
Cross-Functional & Supplier Collaboration
Collaborate with battery process, mechanical, automation, quality, and reliability engineering teams
Interface with laser OEMs, welding equipment suppliers, system integrators, and vision vendors
Provide technical support to global manufacturing sites as needed
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
5+ years of electrical engineering experience in automotive or EV battery manufacturing
Hands-on experience with laser and/or resistance micro-welding systems in high-volume production
Proficiency with EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs, and industrial networks
Experience with laser systems, welding power supplies, safety systems, functional safety, weld monitoring, vision, and data acquisition
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and data-driven problem-solving skills
Effective communicator in cross-functional, fast-paced launch environments
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting EV battery cell, module, or pack manufacturing
Understanding of battery architectures (prismatic, cylindrical, pouch)
Knowledge of current collector assemblies and battery tab micro-welding (Cu-Al, Cu-Ni, Al-Al)
Laser safety certification or experience managing Class 4 laser systems
Experience with MES integration, weld traceability, and data analytics
Physical, Safety & Travel Requirements:
Ability to work in office and manufacturing environments
Capable of supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and onsite troubleshooting
Required travel up to 75% domestically
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout production environments as needed
Company Description
Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States. Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws. Branex Group offers the following benefits: - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision insurance - Paid time off - 401(k) This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Company Description
Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.\r\n\r\nBranex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.\r\n\r\n\r\nBranex Group offers the following benefits:\r\n- Medical Insurance\r\n- Dental Insurance\r\n- Vision insurance\r\n- Paid time off\r\n- 401(k)\r\n\r\n This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Info:
Company: Branex Group
Position: Electrical Engineer
Work Location: Detroit
Country: US
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