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Temp R D Technician

Blue Current
Posted January 24, 2025

Hayward, California

Energy Storage

Full Time

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Job Description

The Research and Development Technician at Blue Current will focus on producing battery materials and assembling solid-state cells, contributing to the development of high-performance energy storage solutions. The role involves hands-on work in a lab environment, requiring attention to detail and collaboration with team members to enhance battery technology.

Responsibilities

  • •Produce various battery components including electrolyte material, electrodes, and cell components.
  • •Characterize cell materials using analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, TGA, and Raman.
  • •Cast anodes and perform regular quality checks with team members.
  • •Assemble solid-state cells and prepare them for testing.
  • •Discuss characterization results with team members to understand material properties' impact on cell performance.
  • •Maintain organization and cleanliness of laboratory spaces.
  • •Perform preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment.
  • •Complete material documentation accurately and timely.

Requirements

  • •Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision, such as a lab or a kitchen.
  • •Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures.
  • •Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time.
  • •Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand-intensive repetitive tasks.
  • •Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity.
  • •Working knowledge of Excel and Word.
  • •Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges.
  • •Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes.
  • •Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies.
  • •Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
  • •1 year of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments.
  • •Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials.
  • •Basic knowledge about chemistry, understanding the difference between acid and base, the meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks.

Benefits

  • •Compensation/salary range
  • •Work schedule: Monday to Friday
  • •Work environment perks: facility located on San Francisco Bay with access to wildlife preserve and trails for recreation
  • •Additional benefits: hands-on, fast-paced work on a growing team

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