Battery Build Technician - Oxfordshire - EV / Automotive - £45k

Battery Build Technician - Oxfordshire - EV / Automotive - £45k

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 (dependent on experience)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

Join a forward-thinking engineering team driving innovation across electrification, clean technology, and advanced energy systems. As a Battery Build Technician, you will play a key role in the hands-on assembly, testing, and integration of high-performance battery systems used in a variety of applications, from electric vehicles to industrial and off-grid energy solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic, practical environment and are passionate about the future of sustainable energy and advanced engineering technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Battery Assembly
• Build and assemble lithium-ion battery modules and packs to high safety and quality standards.
• Install and wire battery management systems (BMS), cooling systems, fuses, and connectors.
• Testing and Validation
• Perform functional and safety tests on assembled packs using diagnostic equipment.
• Conduct pre-commissioning checks and report performance data for quality control.
• Engineering Support
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to refine battery designs and prototypes.
• Assist in documenting build processes and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Workshop Operations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workshop environment.
• Follow health and safety protocols related to high-voltage systems.

Requirements

Essential

• Practical experience with electrical/mechanical assembly – automotive, aerospace, or similar.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and battery system layouts.
• Familiarity with basic diagnostic tools (multimeters, CAN tools, etc.).
• High attention to detail and methodical approach to technical work.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a strong team player.

Desirable

• Previous work with high-voltage (HV) battery systems.
• Formal qualifications in automotive, electrical, or mechanical engineering (e.g., HNC, NVQ, BTEC).
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 or equivalent training in cable and harness assembly.

Location & Hours

• Based full-time in Oxfordshire.
• Standard working hours with occasional flexibility depending on project requirements.

If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email [email protected]