Battery Operations Technician

WHO YOU ARE

As a Technician in the Battery Operations group, you will be a part of the team that converts Sila materials into lithium-ion battery concepts, assembling and testing those batteries. You are an attentive, diligent and curious associate who will help create and demonstrate the next generation of battery materials. You are someone who takes ownership of your work, strives for perfection and is passionate about achieving team goals and objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Prepare and characterize chemical mixtures and other materials to be used in lithium-ion batteries
• Assemble lithium-ion batteries and test them on battery cyclers 
• Fabricate mechanical fixtures, undertake tool maintenance and perform cable management
• Record work and keep data updated in an online database
• Manage inventory and maintain a tidy and effective work area
• Work collaboratively with other technicians, engineers, and scientists and effectively communicate results to troubleshoot, correct, and prevent issues

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work carefully and safely with materials and equipment
• History of consistently completing tasks efficiently and to a high standard
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment and computer operation
• Logical thought process and desire to learn; “can-do” attitude
• Like to work as part of a team while also capable of solving problems alone
• Flexibility to work in swing shift hours and accommodate to occasional adjustments
• Lithium ion or other electrochemical cell R&D lab experience (nice to have)
• Associate's degree (nice to have)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis
• Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
• Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
• Reach low shelves or items on the floor
• Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet
• Precise and repetitive handling of a range of material quantities
• Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location