Blue Current manufactures silicon elastic composite solid-state batteries for EVs and non-automotive device applications. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full solid-state battery solution stack.

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<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>Summary Are you a process engineering super star? Have you worked in the battery, fuel cell, solar, electronic materials, pharmaceutical or other materials industries? Are you hungry for a role where you will have an immediate impact across the company and in the industry? Batteries are the single most critical part of the new energy economy for EVs, grid storage, consumer electronics and IoT. Blue Current has developed a solid- state battery solution that exceeds the best batteries in the industry. The company is well funded and has a deep IP portfolio with dozens of patents granted and pending. Now we need you to drive the next level of innovation in our cell manufacturing process.Description As a Process Engineer, you will be focused on developing formulation and coating processes for next generation separators for Blue Current’s solid-state batteries. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, or a related field is required. Additional experience in electrochemistry of lithium-ion batteries is a bonus. This is a hands-on, fast paced position with a team of scientists and engineers that have a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and test new materials, formulation, mixing and coating processes for separators that enable safe, high energy density solid-state Li-ion batteries.</li><li>Characterize slurry and separator quality using rheological, mechanical, imaging and electrochemical techniques, and develop new characterization methods as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with cell build teams for evaluating novel separator compositions and architectures in solid state cells. Analyze test results to understand the impact of separator properties on cell performance.</li><li>Collaborate with the Advanced Manufacturing team for transferring mixing and coating processes to manufacturing equipment.</li><li>Document and analyze experimental results, and present findings in team meetings and company-wide events.</li><li>Develop and submit intellectual property.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or related fields. MS or PhD preferred.</li><li>2+ years industry experience working with materials and process development in lithium-ion batteries, fuel cell, thin film or other related fields</li><li>Experience with slurry mixing, coating and calendering equipment is preferred (e.g. planetary mixers, roll-to-roll coating, slot-die, comma blade, gravure, etc.)</li><li>Experience with characterization methods such as rheometry, SEM, TGA and tensile/compression testing, electrochemical methods such as EIS and CV, and statistical analysis tools such as JMP or Minitab are preferred.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul>Location - Hayward, CaliforniaJob Type - Full-time<div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Senior Process Engineer

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>Description As a battery manufacturing technician you will be focused on producing battery materials and/or building cells that deliver high energy density, safety, and manufacturability. You will be spending your day creating a supply of materials and/or building cells and then characterizing all in an effort to support whole Blue Current team. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or any related field is preferred. This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce various battery components, assemble battery cells and put up for test (slurry mixing, coating, assembly and formation)</li><li>Making electrode and cells in glove box</li><li>Making electrodes and cells with pilot scale manufacturing line and support Technicians and Process Engineers (Roll to roll process, stacking machine, tab welding, pouch sealing and others)</li><li>Characterize cell materials using with various analytical techniques (e.g. Rheometer, Particle size analyzer, Thickness measurement, Microscope and others)</li><li>Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces</li><li>Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain best operating conditions and functionality</li><li>Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail</li><li>Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes and updated data sheets that reflect changes</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments</li><li>Previous slurry mixing experience (Handling powder, solvent, handling various types of mixers)</li><li>Previous roll to roll process and machine (slot die, gravure, comma coating, calendering, slitting) experience</li><li>And/or battery cell assembly (Stamping, stacking, JR winding, ultrasonic welding, pouch sealing)</li><li>Previous working experience with glovebox, in dry room or clean room</li><li>Previous chemical manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision</li><li>Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks</li><li>Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity</li><li>Working knowledge of Excel and Word</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li><li>Ability to read and understand SDS</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Familiarity with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, Viscometer, Rheometer, Particle size analyzer, Powder characteristics (Bulk/Tap density, Microscope, Micrometer</li><li>Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials</li><li>Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)</li><li>BA/BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field lab science</li></ul><div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Advanced Manufacturing Technician

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>SummaryAre you an experienced electrochemist? Have you worked in the battery, fuel cell, solar, semiconductor, or other electronic materials industry? Are you hungry for a role where you will have an immediate impact across the company and in the industry? Have you dreamt of being part of the shift to solid-state battery technology? Batteries are the single most critical part of the new energy economy for EVs, grid storage, consumer and IoT.  Blue Current has developed a solid-state battery solution that exceeds the best batteries in the industry. The company is well funded and has a deep IP portfolio with dozens of patents granted and pending. Now we need you to drive the next level of innovation in our cell development.DescriptionAs a Staff Battery Scientist, you will be focused on developing new solid state electrode materials with a specific focus on Blue Current’s composite cathode technology. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, or a related field is preferred. Additional experience in electrochemistry of lithium-ion battery is required. This position will offer hands-on, fast-paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and test composite solid state cathode materials and formulations that improve cell performance and safety.</li><li>Optimize and engineer composite solid-state cathodes based on a strong understanding of how that cathode interacts with the solid electrolyte.</li><li>Identify failure modes of a solid-state cathode.</li><li>Assemble solid state cells and perform electrochemical testing to analyze the impact of cathode active materials and electrode composition on cell performance.</li><li>Characterize cell materials using various analytical (e.g. SEM, XRD, TGA, etc.) and electrochemical (e.g. EIS and CV) techniques.</li><li>Analyze electrochemical testing and analytical characterization results to understand the impact of cathode material properties on cell performance.</li><li>Document and analyze experimental results. Present and share results with team members.</li><li>Develop and submit intellectual property.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>PhD/MS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or similar field with a focus on batteries, capacitors, fuel cells, or other electrochemical devices</li><li>Track record of publishing peer-reviewed journal articles</li><li>Experience testing lithium-ion battery materials, with a strong understanding of lithium based cells, cell components and their interactions inside the cell</li><li>2+ years of experience working at a battery manufacturer or R&amp;D company is highly preferred</li><li>Experience with electrochemical tests such as EIS, GITT, HPPC, CV, and others</li><li>Familiarity and experience working with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, FTIR, DSC, and TGA</li><li>Creative thinker with attention to detail</li><li>Strong communication skills and experience sharing results with team members and leadership</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul><div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Staff Battery Scientist (Cathode)

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>SummaryBlue Current is seeking an experienced and talented R&amp;D Technician with a passion for batteries to join our team in Hayward, California. As a hands-on member of Blue Current’s R&amp;D team, you will be instrumental in developing next-generation solid state battery chemistries for high performance applications such as electric vehicles. The successful candidate will build and test prototype batteries in furtherance of Blue Current’s technology.Responsibilities<ul><li>Work with team members to perform all tasks related to R&amp;D cell building and testing</li><li>Follow recipes to create slurries for various battery formulations</li><li>Coat slurries using a Dr blade or similar coating method</li><li>Calender electrodes to target porosities, following instructions from engineers</li><li>Assemble solid state cells according to work order instructions specifying certain material combinations to test</li><li>Perform visual quality checks on coating quality, and take measurements to ensure various weights, voltages, dimensions, etc. are within specifications</li><li>Enter measurement results into internal data portal, ensuring completeness and accuracy</li><li>Assemble completed cells into test fixtures</li><li>Place cells on test with specific test protocols, and with specific test channels as determined by the team.</li><li>Monitor cell test status. Alert team members to tests with status changes such as errors, completion, and change orders.</li><li>Perform electromechanical assembly tasks as needed, such as terminating cables and soldering wires</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Minimum 5 years experience working in an R&amp;D environment</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and in gloveboxes for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to follow written SOPs and identify errors or clarity issues</li><li>Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Google Sheet, Airtable, and similar software</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to deal with a fast paced working environment with changing priorities and evolving assembly and test procedures</li><li>Respect and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul>Physical Demands and Work Environment<ul><li>Required to wear personal protective equipment when applicable.</li><li>Able to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodically.</li><li>Able to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments with chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and electrical hazards.</li></ul>Preferred <ul><li>Experience working with battery assembly and/or testing</li><li>Previous glovebox/dry room experience</li><li>Experience assembling R&amp;D cells, including electrode punching, tab welding, alignment, taping, and quality control checks</li><li>Previous chemical handling experience, including slurry mixing, coating, inventory management</li></ul>Job type - full timeSchedule - Monday through Friday, day shiftAbility to commute/relocate - Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work<div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

R&D Technician 

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>Summary Have you worked in the battery, fuel cell, pharmaceutical chemical manufacturing or other lab environment? Do you strive to be a part of a team that will have an impact across the company and in the industry? Batteries are the single most critical part of the new energy economy for EVs, grid storage, consumer and IoT. Blue Current has developed a solid-state solution that exceeds the best batteries in the industry. The company is well funded and has a deep IP portfolio with dozens of patents granted and pending. Now we need you to join us in driving the next level of innovation in our cell development.Description As a research and development technician you will be focused on producing battery materials and/or building cells that deliver high energy density, safety, and manufacturability. You will be spending your day creating a supply of materials and/or building cells and then characterizing all in an effort to support your team. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or any related field is preferred. This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce various battery components (electrolyte material, electrodes, and cell components) you will be trained, no previous experience necessary</li><li>Characterize cell materials using various analytical techniques (e.g. SEM, XRD, TGA, Raman)</li><li>Work with team members to cast anodes and perform regular quality checks.</li><li>Work with team members to assemble solid-state cells and put them up for test</li><li>Work with team members to discuss characterization results to understand the impact of material properties on cell performance</li><li>Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces.</li><li>Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain the best operating conditions and functionality</li><li>Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail</li><li>Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision (for example, a lab or a kitchen)</li><li>Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks</li><li>Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity</li><li>Working knowledge of Excel and Word</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li><li>Ability to read and understand SDS</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>BA/BS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field lab science</li><li>Previous glovebox/dry room experience</li><li>Previous chemical manufacturing experience</li><li>Familiarity with using analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, FTIR, TGA</li><li>1+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments</li><li>Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials</li><li>Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)</li><li>Experience in powder process, e.g. batching, mixing, coating, calendaring experience or other densification techniques</li></ul>Education - Bachelor's (Preferred)Job Type - Full-timeSchedule - Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate - Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work <div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Temp R&D Technician

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>Description As a Manufacturing Tech Manager, you will be focused on producing battery materials and building cells that deliver high energy density, safety, and manufacturability. The Manufacturing Tech Manager needs to manage pilot line technicians, plan and organize cell manufacturing based on the requirement. You will be spending your day leading and creating a supply of materials and/or building cells and then characterizing all to support Manufacturing and R&amp;D team. A background in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or any related field is preferred. This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage manufacturing technician team for day-to-day activities to manufacture small and large format battery cells with manual and pilot line from raw material handling to battery formation and cell quality check</li><li>Supporting prototype cell manufacturing, sample cell production and Process engineers’ development work</li><li>Produce various battery components (powders, electrode, assembly)</li><li>Create plan and schedule for manufacturing prototype battery components, cell and sample cells for customers</li><li>Manage raw material, components inventory and create purchasing plan</li><li>Characterize cell materials using with various analytical techniques (e.g. SEM, XRD, TGA, EIS and*CV)</li><li>Provide feedback and discuss characterization results to understand the impact of material properties on cell performance</li><li>Identify areas of improvement in process and machines, work with process engineering team to improve process capability</li><li>Establish and maintain safety work environment and manage hazardous waste and parts cleaning areas working with EH&amp;S manager</li><li>Implement 5S environment, maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces</li><li>Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain best operating conditions and functionality working with facility team</li><li>Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail</li><li>Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes and updated data sheets that reflect changes</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Previous team management experience (5+ years or more)</li><li>Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision</li><li>Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Experience handling hazardous materials and waste management for lab space</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks</li><li>Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li><li>Previous powder process and machine (Powder mixing, synthesis process, sieving, classification)</li><li>And/or Previous roll to roll process and machine (slot die, gravure, comma coating, calendering, slitting) experience</li><li>And/or Previous slurry mixing experience (Handling powder, solvent, handling various types of mixers)</li><li>And/or battery cell assembly (Stamping, stacking, JR winding, ultrasonic welding, pouch sealing)</li><li>Previous glovebox/dry room experience</li><li>Previous chemical manufacturing experience</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>BA/BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar field lab science</li><li>Familiarity with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, FTIR, DSC, and TGA</li><li>5+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments</li><li>Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials</li><li>Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)</li></ul>Job Type - Full-timeSchedule - Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate - Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work<div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Pilot Line Manager

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>SummaryAre you a materials science and electrochemistry super star?  Have you worked in the battery, fuel cell, solar, semiconductor, or other electronic materials industry?  Are you hungry for a role where you will have an immediate impact across the company and in the industry?  Batteries are the single most critical part of the new energy economy for EVs, grid storage, consumer and IoT.  Blue Current has developed a solid-state solution that exceeds the best batteries in the industry.  The company is well funded and has a deep IP portfolio with dozens of patents granted and pending.  Now we need you to drive the next level of innovation in our cell development.DescriptionAs a Senior Battery Scientist, you will be focused on developing new solid state electrode materials with a specific focus on Blue Current’s composite silicon anode technology.  A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field is preferred.  Additional experience developing and silicon active material anodes is required.  This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and test composite solid state, silicon anode materials and formulations that improve cell performance and safety.</li><li>Assemble solid state cells and perform electrochemical testing to analyze the impact of silicon active materials and electrode composition on cell performance.</li><li>Characterize cell materials using various analytical (e.g. SEM, XRD, TGA, etc.) and electrochemical (e.g. EIS and CV) techniques.</li><li>Analyze electrochemical testing and analytical characterization results to understand the impact of anode material properties on cell performance.</li><li>Document and analyze experimental results. Present and share results with team members.</li><li>Help set the technical direction for cell development and company technical strategy.</li><li>Develop and submit intellectual property.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>PhD/MS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar field with a focus on batteries, capacitors, fuel cells, or other electrochemical devices</li><li>Track record of peer-reviewed journal articles</li><li>Experience testing silicon active materials and/or polymer materials for silicon anodes is required</li><li>2+ years of experience working at an battery manufacturer or R&amp;D company is highly preferred</li><li>Experience with electrochemical tests such as EIS, GITT, HPPC, CV, and others</li><li>Familiarity and experience working with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, FTIR, DSC, and TGA</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul><div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Senior Battery Scientist (Anode) Cell Engineering

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is a manufacturer of Solid-state batteries based in Hayward, California. The company strives to provide engineers and designers with the highest performance and safest battery storage for the future energy economy including electric vehicles, consumer, medical and IoT devices. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full battery solution stack. Our team is diverse with deep research, implementation, and go-to-market experience. Our facility is located on San Francisco Bay with thousands of acres of wildlife preserve and miles of trails for recreation.</div>Blue Current is a leader in the next wave of battery innovation. The company manufactures completely dry, safe and high-performance silicon elastic composite solid-state batteries to power the new energy economy including electric vehicles, grid storage and consumer electronics. Blue Current leads with science, data, and thoughtful IP across the full battery stack. We are hiring in all areas of battery design and manufacturing. Come build with usAre you an experienced automotive battery design cell engineering leader? Have you taken new battery designs from R&amp;D to large-scale production? Have you dreamt of being part of the shift to solid-state? Blue Current is an energy storage startup company focused on the next wave of innovation in the battery industry. We’ve developed a 100% dry, safe, and high-performance battery based on what we call “silicon elastic composite” technology. We are well-funded and connected across the supply chain and automotive industry.   What you’ll accomplish You’ll drive the overall battery technology platform and test plan as we move from R&amp;D to pilot and large-scale production. You will play a critical role in the design and development of cell pouches for advanced energy storage applications. This is a fast-paced hands-on leadership position with a team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities include the following:<ul><li>Design and optimize cell pouches for energy storage applications, considering factors such as performance, safety, and manufacturability.</li><li>Select and evaluate materials for cell pouch construction, ensuring compatibility with the application requirements.</li><li>Develop and design prototypes and conduct testing to validate the design, making improvements as necessary.</li><li>Lead the cell engineering design, development, and qualification for next generation solid-state pouch batteries</li><li>Own the cell design plans, design-of-experiments, failure analysis and new development pathways toward building cell products for consumer devices and EV applications</li><li>Drive product development initiatives and lead technical cell engineering projects for first multi amp-hour cell designs</li><li>Define and own cell design specifications, and test procedures for product validation</li><li>Partner with materials R&amp;D and process engineering to select best formulations and SOPs to meet performance and scalability goals</li><li>Drive quarterly cadence of updates and stage gate transitions</li><li>Internalize system design concepts (thermals, cell to pack) and compliance requirements from customers</li><li>Work with data analytics team to characterize and optimize performance</li><li>Partner with manufacturing process engineering to ensure economics and scalability of design</li><li>Own and ensure alignment on bill of materials with product requirements (BOM)</li></ul>Your experience and qualifications<ul><li>Ph.D. or MS in chemistry, chemical or mechanical engineering, materials science, or related field.</li><li>5+ years work experience with pouch, prismatic or VDA compliant batteries for automotive and consumer applications; hands-on experience in scale-up/manufacturing environments preferred</li><li>Proficiency in CAD software and simulation tools</li><li>Strong understanding of lithium based cells, cell components and their interactions inside the cell</li><li>Demonstrated experience on cell design,  characterization and failure mode identifications</li><li>Experience assembling battery cells and developing new electrode and electrolyte formulations.</li><li>Experience working with high-speed battery manufacturing systems</li><li>Track record of driving cell development roadmaps and customer-facing deliverables</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li><li>Positive, can-do attitude and experience coaching and inspiring team to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Creative thinker with attention to detail</li><li>Strong communication skills and experience sharing results with team members and leadership</li></ul><div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

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