Battery Technician - Electrode Production

Coreshell; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Healthcare

401(k) benefits

Stock incentives

Job summary

Coreshell is looking for a Battery Technician - Electrode Production in San Leandro, CA. You will focus on electrode fabrication, operating complex machinery, and ensuring quality control. This full-time role offers a salary range of $30-$35 per hour, with additional benefits including healthcare and stock incentives.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Chemistry or a related field, with experience in the battery industry being a strong plus. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or battery industry is required.
• Background in electrode fabrication (mixing, coating or calendering) is a plus.
• Familiarity with chemistry lab safety protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coat and calender electrode rolls following strict specifications.
• Operate complex electrode fabrication machinery on the Pilot Line.
• Perform routine quality control tests on fabricated electrodes.
• Characterize electrode features and defects using analytical techniques.
• Record parameters used and observed in fabrication processes.

Skills

Large-scale battery electrode manufacturing

Electrode process development

Data visualization

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Coreshell's metallurgical Silicon anode technology delivers high capacity, fast-charging, and superior safety. Our low-cost liquid-phase nano-coating addresses critical electrode-surface degradation issues and enables batteries with a Silicon-dominant anode that have higher energy density, superior intrinsic thermal safety, and significantly lower cost/kWh compared to current LIBs. Our Si anode material is lower than the cost of graphite and 100% domestically sourced. We strive to transform the global automotive market by enabling low-cost and long-range EVs as a first step towards net-zero sustainability in the near future.

Position

We are looking for a Battery Technician - Electrode Production with large-scale battery electrode manufacturing and/or electrode process development experience and program language skills to carry out electrode fabrication, data visualization, and process development work. Ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, proactive in problem solving and able to wear many hats.

Core Responsibilities

• Coat and calender Coreshell’s 60Ah‑scale electrode rolls following strict specifications. Must be willing to do late shifts (~11am to 8pm) once or twice a week, depending on need.
• Operate complex electrode fabrication machinery on the Pilot Line. Must be comfortable performing some manual tasks such as lifting weights no heavier than 25kg.
• Perform routine quality control tests on fabricated electrodes.
• Characterize electrode features and defects using materials analytical techniques such as SEM/EDX, adhesion testing, resistance measurements, etc.
• Design and perform experiments to define optimal process parameters for cell performance and processing capabilities.
• Clean equipment and tools after electrode production runs in a timely manner.
• Record parameters used and observed in electrode fabrication processes in runsheets.
• Manage inventory of manufacturing consumables.
• Follow and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform short, manual tasks moving electrode rolls and consumables between machines and storage.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• B.S. degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or similarly relevant field.
• Experience in manufacturing or battery industry.
• Background in production or wet lab work involving electrode fabrication (mixing, coating or calendering) is a plus.
• Background in fabrication of lithium-ion batteries is a plus.
• Familiarity with chemistry lab safety protocols. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining safe, tidy, and organized work areas.
• Previous experience performing electrical tests, as well as chemistry and materials analytical instruments, is preferred.

Location & Benefits

San Leandro, CA. Full‑time. Salary range of $30‑35/hr with additional stock incentives dependent on experience. Dental, vision, healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received.

Coreshell Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status under California law.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should notify the recruiting team.