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A123 Systems Corp.

Battery Modeling Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

A123 Systems, LLC is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion battery technologies and energy storage systems. Our solutions serve a wide range of applications, from traditional ...

A123 Systems LLC

Battery Modeling Engineer

Novi, MI · Hybrid

A123 Systems, LLC is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion battery technologies and energy storage systems. Our solutions serve a wide range of applications, from traditional ...

Ford Motor Company

Battery Pack Test Engineer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$86K - $166K/yr

We are seeking a Battery Pack Test Engineer with strong expertise in battery manufacturing test systems and National Instruments software platforms, specifically LabVIEW and NI TestStand. This role ...

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Senior Process Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world's leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room ...

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How much do battery manufacturing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for battery manufacturing in Michigan is $74,400.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,175.00 and $111,088.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in battery manufacturing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Battery Manufacturing, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, mechanical aptitude, and attention to quality, often supported by a high school diploma or technical training. Familiarity with automated production equipment, safety protocols, and quality control systems is typically required, and certifications in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma can be advantageous. Strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time management skills help you excel in fast-paced, collaborative production environments. These abilities ensure safe, efficient production of high-quality batteries while minimizing downtime and errors.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in battery manufacturing?

In Battery Manufacturing, a typical workday involves operating production machinery, monitoring battery assembly lines, conducting quality inspections, and maintaining safety standards. You’ll work closely with team members, engineers, and supervisors to troubleshoot issues and ensure production targets are met. The environment is generally fast-paced and may require standing for extended periods or rotating shifts, especially in larger facilities. Over time, you can gain experience with specialized equipment and advance to roles like line leader, technician, or supervisor within the manufacturing team.

What is a battery manufacturing job?

A Battery Manufacturing job involves producing batteries for various applications, including consumer electronics, electric vehicles, and industrial equipment. Workers in this field operate machinery, assemble battery components, conduct quality control tests, and ensure safety standards are met. Roles can vary from machine operators and technicians to engineers specializing in battery design and materials. This industry requires knowledge of chemistry, electronics, and mechanical processes. Battery manufacturing plays a crucial role in advancing energy storage technology and sustainable energy solutions.

How to become a battery manufacturer?

To become a battery manufacturer, you typically need a background in engineering, chemistry, or a related field, along with knowledge of battery technology and manufacturing processes. Gaining experience through technical training, certifications, or apprenticeships in electronics or chemical manufacturing is beneficial, and understanding safety standards and quality control is essential in this industry.
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Infographic showing various Battery Manufacturing job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,400 per year, or $35.8 per hour.

Battery Manufacturing Program Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, MI • On-site

$86K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description


In this position ...
The Battery Manufacturing Engineering team is opening new highways with our next-generation propulsion systems. We're investing over $50 billion to build some of the most technologically advanced EV manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and E.U. to produce the next generation of Ford electric vehicles. State-of-the-art technologies and processes for battery cells, arrays, and packs are core to our competitive strategy and will provide endless opportunities to innovate and grow -- all while helping the environment.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do
  • Lead cross-functional teams from program kickoff through launch to deliver safe, quality products on time and within budget.
  • Own the master program schedule, coordinating engineering teams and suppliers to achieve key milestones.
  • Manage equipment delivery, runoff, shipment, installation, commissioning, and build event timing.
  • Track program progress against schedule and drive actions to maintain launch timing.
  • Document, track, escalate, and resolve engineering and supplier issues; provide regular status updates.
  • Lead cross-functional discussions to facilitate issue resolution and remove roadblocks impacting critical-path activities.
  • Develop program financial commitment curves and funding plans with engineering teams.
  • Manage budgets, purchase orders, cost reviews, and financial reporting for program reviews.
  • Lead teams through program milestones, ensuring required deliverables, documentation, and containment plans are completed.
  • Coordinate prototype and spare-part procurement, including lead times, ordering, tracking, and delivery.
  • Lead regular occurring program meetings to review status, issues, action items, risks and key developments.
  • Manage change requests and study activities, including cost, timing, and issue impact assessments.
  • Represent Battery Manufacturing Engineering at meetings, program reviews, trials, supplier runoffs, and site activities.
  • Lead program reviews, including agenda development, content validation, and presentation delivery.
  • Maintain internal and external program SharePoint sites, documentation, and user access.
  • Visit suppliers to review timing, equipment design, build progress, and runoff readiness.
  • Travel to manufacturing sites to support equipment installation, commissioning, pre-production, and production builds.

Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience.
  • Self-starting, self-motivated individual with a learning and growth mindset.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to handle technical aspects of the position.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes.
  • Ability to travel up to 75% during Install, Commissioning, and Launch phase.

Preferred
  • Master's Degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Machine Design knowledge and/or experience.
  • Comfortable with domestic and international travel.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead personnel located at remote sites.
  • Prior Project Management experience.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 7-8 and ranges from $86,600-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
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About Us
At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.
About the Team
We build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It's our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.
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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982

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