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.
Who You Are
As an analytical technician in Quality Control you will help create the next generation of battery materials by performing analyses on production and research/development samples. You will analyze test data, report test results, and communicate unexpected results.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Execute analytical testing in support of routine production, research/development work, and analytical method development
- Communicate and coordinate daily priorities with requestors and 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
Knowledge & Skills
- 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 & Work 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