Battery Materials Technician

Graphenix Development; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Stock options

Job summary

Graphenix Development in Rochester, NY seeks an enthusiastic Laboratory Assistant to join the Li-ion cell assembly team. You will assist in assembling coin and pouch cells, document build data, and operate electrochemical analyzers to support battery research and development efforts.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, meticulous record-keeping, and collaboration with the Laboratory Manager and other researchers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience handling battery materials and following lab safety practices.
• Thorough and clear documentation of experimental work is essential.

Responsibilities

• You will report to the Laboratory Manager.
• Assemble Li-ion cells including coin and pouch cells.
• Document cell build data accurately and promptly.
• Operate lab testing equipment including electrochemical analyzers.
• Develop and implement system support processes and documentation.

Skills

Battery handling

Lab safety

Documentation

Education

High School

Tools

Glove box operations

Electrochemical analyzers

Job description

About Graphenix Development Inc. (GDI)

GDI is creating the future of energy storage. GDI’s battery technology will allow electric vehicles to go much farther and batteries to last much longer. When a battery is running low, it will charge in a fraction of the time needed by conventional lithium-ion batteries. But that’s not good enough, not even close. GDI is focused on safety and we’ve got the technology to prove it. But even that’s not enough, which is why we need your help to make the apex lithium-ion battery needed throughout the new economy.

GDI is an investor-backed company focused on electrode development, manufacturing, and advanced materials. Our team collectively has decades of experience and holds over 40 patents. We create cutting-edge technology that will make the world a better place.

Ideal Candidate:

• The perfect fit for this role combines a passion for lab-based work with a disciplined, organized mindset. We value curiosity and a shared vision for developing transformative technology.

Experience/Skills Required:

• Educational Requirements: High School
• Handling of battery materials and general laboratory safety practices
• Thorough and clear documentation of experimental work

Experience/Skills Preferred:

• Basic understanding of use and handling of lithium ion batteries
• Familiarity with glove box operations

Behavioral Attributes:

• Enjoy hands-on laboratory work
• Highly independent and self-driven
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Outstanding team player and collaborator

Roles and Responsibilities:

• You will be reporting to the Laboratory Manager.
• Assembly of a variety of Li-ion cell types to include coin cells and pouch cells.
• Document cell build data.
• Operate equipment for laboratory testing including electrochemical analyzers.
• Develop and implement system support processes and documentation.

Location: Rochester, NY.

Compensation: GDI offers market competitive compensation as well as medical, dental, vision, and a 401k matching plan, and stock options. This position is full-time and pays hourly at the rate of $20-29 per hour.

Eligibility: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have reliable transportation.

GDI is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.