Position: Battery Technician
Reports To: Battery Engineer IIICoreshell's metallurgical Silicon anode technology delivers high capacity, fast-charging, and superior safety. Our low-cost liquid-phase nano-coating addresses critical electrode-surface degradation issues and enables batteries with a Silicon-dominant anode that have higher energy density, superior intrinsic thermal safety, and significantly lower cost/kWh compared to current LIBs. Our Si anode material is 50% the cost of graphite and 100% domestically sourced. We strive to transform the global automotive market by enabling low-cost and long-range EVs as a first step towards net-zero sustainability in the near future.Core Responsibilities: We are looking for a Battery Test Technician to support operations of our 4 MWh pilot line, including cell assembly and formation activities.
The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of lithium-ion battery fundamentals and has experience setting up and maintaining lab and manufacturing equipment. Responsibilities include:
- Assist in the execution of battery testing protocols, data collection, and analysis under the supervision of senior engineers
- Perform systematic cell analyses including cell dissections and coin cell fabrication amongst other methods to determine failure mechanisms
- Work with engineers and other technicians to operate cell assembly equipment
- Routine maintenance on equipment including performing inspections, when necessary
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cell assembly equipment and identify areas of improvement to increase pilot line throughput
- General familiarity with battery manufacturing equipment a huge plus
Requirements:
- B.S. degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science OR an experience in a similarly relevant field with 2+ years of industrial experience.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Able to safely work in a manufacturing setting.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-starter with an ability to operate on his/her own initiative
- Creative problem solver and able to juggle multiple projects at any given time
Location & Benefits: San Leandro, CA. Full-time. Hourly rate is $26.00 - $35.00 per hour with additional stock incentives dependent on experience. Dental, vision, healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received.
