Laboratory Technician (Contract)

Number of employees

360

Alameda, CA, United States

Posted on: 2022-09-08

Category: energy

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

We are Sila—a next generation battery materials company dedicated to accelerating energy transformation for a more sustainable future. 

Our next-gen anode material is the first significant chemistry improvement to lithium-ion batteries to reach the market in 30 years. Our silicon anode material is a simple drop-in replacement to graphite and significantly boosts the energy density of lithium-ion batteries without compromising performance. 

Today, Sila science powers innovative consumer electronics. Tomorrow, it will fuel our EV future and the electrification of everything. 

We work directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production. Our partners include BMW, Daimler, and ATL.

Sila Nano works directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production. 

Sila Nano’s first products significantly increase the energy density of state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries. Our materials are manufacturable economically at scale and are drop-in replacements to existing battery manufacturing processes.

About Us

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?

Who You Are

As a laboratory technician in New Materials Research, you will help create the next generation of battery materials by assisting in the manufacturing of battery cells. This person will be responsible for cathode slurry mixing, electrode coating, and calendaring. This position requires prior hands-on lab experience, preferably in the field of batteries.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Handling battery materials and battery electrodes in a laboratory environment.
  • Assist in manufacturing of key battery components according to SOP, which includes: cathode slurries mixing and coating, electrolyte formation, and coin cell assembly.
  • Complete analytical testing in support of routine cathode production using new materials, R&D work, and analytical method development under the supervision of a staff engineer.
  • Communicate and coordinate daily priorities with management.
  • Communicate roadblocks and issues to management and other partners.
  • Maintain and improve laboratory operating standards, procedures, and systems.
  • Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot testing equipment.
  • Work safely: keep a clean and safe work environment. Correct unsafe behaviors and report incidents. Understand and respect hazardous materials and processes.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • 2 years or more of laboratory experience in a research or manufacturing environment required
  • Experience in performing routine analytical work efficiently, consistently, and with attention to detail
  • Experience in following and improving written procedures and documenting results in electronic systems
  • Experience in planning and prioritizing daily work activities, collaborating with team members / internal customers, and seeking guidance as needed
  • Experience in troubleshooting analytical instruments and asking for help as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and drive improvement initiatives

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

  • Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection every day
  • Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
  • Move items up to 35lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts
  • Repetitive use of hands - light to forceful handling of material
  • Able to stand for extended periods of time

 

Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.

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