A Technology Integration Intern at Solid Power will assist engineers and scientists in developing next-generation solid-state batteries through laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and process validation, supporting innovation in battery technology within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Execute planned experimentation under the guidance of Scientists and Engineers at benchtop and pilot scales.
Support validation of new additives for solid electrolyte slurry processing.
Utilize analytical instruments and techniques to characterize materials and electrochemical properties.
Communicate experimental results and recommend future research directions.
Assist with sample preparation, data collection, data analysis, and record maintenance.
Requirements
Experience in an academic or industrial lab environment.
Experience with safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.
Ability to support lab experimentation through sample preparation, data collection, data analysis, diligent maintenance of records, and accurate reporting of data.
Familiarity with utilizing analytical instruments including ATR-FTIR, Rheometers, Potentiostats, and universal testing machines.
Knowledge of electrochemical techniques such as electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), Chronoamperometry, and cyclic voltammetry (CV).
Experience with galvanostatic cycling and cyclic voltammetry (CV) is a plus.
Experience with traditional doctor blade slurry casting of films onto release substrates.
Understanding of slurry and film properties with respect to operating conditions such as mixing and drying is preferred.
Ability to streamline routine data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or other scripting languages is a plus.
Familiarity with material characterization techniques including rheology, SEM EDS, DSC, TGA, and particle size analysis is preferred.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes related to coin pouch cell fabrication for liquid or solid electrolyte-based cells is a plus.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
Current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies focused on engineering, chemistry, or related fields.
Availability to work up to 29 hours a week during the summer.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $20-$22 per hour
Work schedule: Up to 29 hours a week during summer
Work environment perks: Onsite work, collaboration with engineers and scientists, laboratory safety protocols
Additional benefits: Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative team environment, exposure to advanced analytical instruments and techniques, potential for skill development in material characterization and battery technology
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