Battery Technician

Overview

Battery & High Voltage Technician —

Location:

Wednesbury, West Midlands;
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000;
Sector:
Battery Recycling & Energy Storage

We're supporting a growing organisation operating at the forefront of battery recycling and energy storage, playing a key role in extending battery life cycles and supporting the circular economy. They are looking to appoint a Battery & High Voltage Technician to support hands-on testing, balancing and discharge of battery systems. This is a practical, workshop-based role suited to someone with strong electrical fundamentals and experience working with EV or battery systems in a safety-critical environment.

• As a Battery & HV Technician, you'll be responsible for the safe testing, balancing and discharge of battery modules and systems, alongside maintaining and improving test equipment and processes.
• Balancing battery modules in series and parallel configurations to ensure safe, controlled discharge
• Fabricating, modifying and maintaining battery test and discharge equipment
• Installing and working with high-voltage battery systems in line with design specifications and safety standards
• Carrying out preventative maintenance on battery cycling and discharge stations
• Diagnosing faults, performing repairs and supporting troubleshooting activities
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance, inspections and fault reports
• Ensuring strict adherence to Health & Safety and High Voltage safety regulations
• Contributing to continuous improvement of processes, equipment reliability and site safety

• Hands-on experience with EV or battery systems
• Strong practical electrical knowledge and fault-finding ability
• Methodical approach with a strong focus on safety

• Electrical qualification (NVQ or equivalent)
• High Voltage certification (Level 3 or Level
  4)
• IMI Level 4 training
• Experience in an EV technician, battery test or similar environment

• Salary of £35,000 - £40,000
• Stable, long-term role within a growing and future-focused industry
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting sustainability and the circular economy
• Supportive technical environment with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance