Staff Technician, Advanced Manufacturing

Blue Current is seeking a hands-on Staff Technician to lead daily operations in its solid-state battery pilot manufacturing line. The ideal candidate has practical experience in technical or manufacturing environments and is comfortable working with precision processes, equipment, and documentation. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Pilot Line, the Staff Technician will execute fabrication steps, operate equipment, follow established workflows, and contribute to safe and efficient lab operations in a fast-paced development setting. As Staff Technician, you will lead hands-on production of battery materials and/or cell builds while helping guide the direction of manufacturing workflows, documentation, and quality standards. You will independently run complex equipment, troubleshoot process issues, and support cross-functional teams through expert-level data generation and analysis. A strong background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field is preferred. This senior-level role offers the opportunity to drive innovation within a fast-paced environment and mentor junior technicians as we scale toward commercial production.

• Proficiency with advanced analytical instrumentation (SEM, XRD, TGA, rheology, particle analysis, bulk/tap density, microscopy, metrology tools). • Experience handling hazardous chemicals and maintaining compliance in chemical laboratory environments. • Foundational chemistry knowledge (acid/base behavior, pH, chemical compatibility and risk management). • Experience supporting scale-up from lab operations to pilot-scale manufacturing. • Experience with battery fabrication processes (mixing, coating, stacking, glovebox work) is preferred • Experience training or mentoring other technicians preferred • Ability to perform precise manual tasks while standing at a glovebox for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day) • Must possess the fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination required to manipulate tools and materials through integrated gloves/sleeves. • Ability to maintain a standing or slightly leaned position for long durations, including reaching and extending arms within the glovebox environment. • Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment or materials weighing up to 25 lbs occasionally • Work is performed in a standard R&D laboratory environment • Core hours are adaptable, though increased availability may be required during peak periods. Salary Range $31.59 — $49.04 USD