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The Battery Technician will perform various technical tasks to support the Failure Analysis (FA) team. This tech will work closely with the engineers in the execution and support of manufacturing and R&D activities and experimentation. This role is responsible for investigating the failure mechanisms of lithium sulfur batteries, documenting observations in various cell form factors and will leverage analytical tools and techniques to identify root cause failure mechanisms and communicate results to key stakeholders.
Please note: This is a hands-on, on-site role.
Responsibilities:
· Perform destructive physical analysis (DPA) and workflow optimization: perform cell disassembly, improvement of R&D workflow, identification of failure root cause, and documenting of data and observation.
· Identification, escalation, and resolution of cell manufacturing quality issues - working closely with FA, Manufacturing, and Quality engineers
· Monitor cell quality with routine DPA, root cause any issues, and implement countermeasures and corrective actions.
· Battery characterization: perform failure analysis techniques such as photo documentation, optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, computed tomography (CT) scan, etc.
· Inventory management: maintain inventory accuracy and a high level of attention to detail.
· Supporting FA team: Communicate and cooperate with engineers and colleagues.
· Laboratory upkeep: keep a clean and safe workspace and optimize process efficiencies.
· Documentation: document results, collect and analyze data, and compile reports to present to relevant stakeholders.
· Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) but communicate ideas/areas for SOP improvement and implementation.
· Willingness to travel between Baytech, San Leandro, and Reno to meet company and team needs
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 year in a production environment or BA/BS from unrelated field
Minimum of 3 year experience working in a clean-room/dry-room environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in a glovebox environment is preferred.
Familiarity with Six Sigma and/or Lean standards and methodologies
High proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
Familiarity with battery technology and/or electrochemical testing
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in a laboratory environment.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, lab coats, safety glasses, and respirators as required
Ability to stand for extended periods of time during laboratory experiments and battery assembly.
Ability to lift up to 50…