Battery Technician

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. Due to continued growth, they’re now 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. The Role 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. Key responsibilities include: * 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 Essential: * Hands-on experience with EV or battery systems * Strong practical electrical knowledge and fault-finding ability * Methodical approach with a strong focus on safety Desirable: * 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 What’s on Offer * 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