Battery Manufacturing Technician Cell Assembly at Coreshell Technologies

Position: Battery Manufacturing Technician - Cell AssemblyReports To: Senior Battery EngineerCoreshells 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.Position: We are looking for an experienced Battery Manufacturing Technician with battery construction manufacturing and/or R&D lab background and programming/coding skills to carry out electrode fabrication cell assembly electrochemical testing and data analysis.Core Responsibilities:Coat and calendar Coreshells 60Ah-scale electrode rolls following strict specifications.Operate complex electrode fabrication machinery on the Pilot Line. Must be comfortable performing some manual tasks such as lifting weights no heavier than 25kg.Characterize electrode features and defects using materials analytical techniques such as SEM/EDX adhesion testing resistance measurements etc..Clean equipment and tools before and after electrode production runs in a timely manner.Record parameters used and observed in cell/electrode fabrication processes in runsheets.With the assistance of the Manufacturing team characterize cells and battery materials using both electrochemical methods & materials analytical techniques.Report inventory of manufacturing consumables.Follow and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).Work well with a team of engineers and technicians accepting and offering input at all levels.Comfortable performing manual tasks requiring precision and dexterity.Required experience:Background in cell assembly or R&D lab work is required. Experience working in controlled-atmosphere dry rooms is preferred.Background in fabrication of lithium-ion batteries. Experience with the manufacturing process from slurry mixing through cell assembly is a plus.Understanding of manufacturing robotics and attention to detail with mechanical infrastructure.Highly self-driven detail-oriented candidate with a history of problem solving and an ability to wear many hats.Familiarity with chemistry lab safety protocols. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining safe tidy and organized work areas.Previous experience performing electrical tests as well as chemistry and materials analytical instruments is preferred.Required Qualifications: 2 years of experience in the battery industry AND a B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Chemistry Materials Science Physics or similarly relevant field.Location & Benefits: San Leandro CA. Full-time. Hourly rate is $35 per hour with additional stock incentives dependent on experience. Dental vision healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received. Required Experience:Junior IC Key Skills Crane,Hand Tools,Calipers,Basic Math,Mechanical Knowledge,Assembly Experience,Precision Measuring Instruments,Schematics,Heavy Lifting,Soldering,Power Tools,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 30 - 35