Electrolyzer Test Technician

Advanced Ionics, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Ionics, Inc. is seeking an Electrolyzer Assembly and Test Technician to assemble and test electrolyzers. This role emphasizes a hands-on approach in a dynamic environment, dedicated to solving climate change challenges through innovative solutions. The candidate will work closely with a team to ensure accurate testing and reporting, requiring attention to detail and a strong technical background.

Benefits

Competitive, negotiable salary

Health and retirement benefits

Generous vacation policy

Paid parental and sick leave

Equity vesting options

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or science required, with 2+ years of experience.
• Familiar with chemical safety and analytical chemistry.
• Strong hands-on learning aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrolyzer cells and stacks, ensuring tests are executed accurately.
• Maintain inventory of materials and develop testing procedures.
• Support failure analysis and clean testing equipment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

4 year degree in engineering or science

2 year associates degree in engineering or science

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Data collection software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: NEW BERLIN, WI

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Status: Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt

Salary: Salaries at Advanced Ionics are paid bi-weekly

Reports to: Electrolyzer Test and Development Scientist - Supervisor
Position Summary: Electrolyzer Assembly and Test Technician is responsible for assembling electrolyzer cells and stacks and completing pre-operation checks for performance and durability testing. This includes maintaining material and part inventories. Additional responsibilities include supporting research and development testing and analysis activities ranging from analytical and lab scale testing to electrolyzer performance testing on test stations.
This position will work closely with Development and Test team members to plan and schedule tests, assemble cells and stacks, execute required testing, and analyze and report test results.
Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Your workday will be scheduled between the hours of 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Essential Functions of the Position:

• Execute assigned experiments and tests, collect data, and ensure tests are carried out accurately and on schedule.
• Write and review electrolyzer cell and stack build and test plans.
• Assemble electrolyzer cells, stacks, and other test articles across all test platforms in accordance with established specifications and guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of electrolyzer cell and stack materials to facilitate required testing.
• Develop new and improve existing electrolyzer assembly and test procedures to increase test capability, quality, and throughput.
• Address questions or concerns related to electrolyzer assembly and test results as needed.
• Support electrolyzer postmortem and failure analysis activities.
• Clean and maintain testing equipment, including the recalibration of devices as required.
• Manage equipment records and maintain work logs.
• Develop and maintain testing procedures to guarantee accurate and consistent results.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technical and scientific advancements in your field.
• Other duties as may be assigned

You’re the right candidate for this job if you enjoy workplaces where everyone has a voice, if you’re passionate about solving climate change through complex and wonky markets, and if you’re willing to propose a new idea, write a memo, code a script, and turn a wrench, you bring positive energy and are flexible in your position.
We know the right candidate might not check every box in this job description. You could also have important skills we haven't thought of. If you think you’re a great candidate for this role, apply and tell us why. To apply, send us a resume and a few sentences about why you are interested in this position and what you bring to the table. There may be opportunities for us to train you too! We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
About Advanced Ionics:
Our mission is to decarbonize the "hard-to-abate" heavy industrial sectors of the world economy with a new class of electrolyzers. Advanced Ionics is seeking a highly motivated people to join our growing team that is dedicated to developing transformational “green hydrogen” industrial electrolyzer systems.
At Advanced Ionics, we’ve created a green hydrogen platform that allows industrial hydrogen producers and users to achieve sustainability and decarbonize, without sacrificing profit. We combine our patented Symbiotic electrolyzer technology with our customers’ onsite process and waste heat to produce the lowest-cost green hydrogen on the market.
We’re a thoughtful, venture-backed, and mission-oriented team of engineers, creatives, and business people looking to change the world. And, we’re proud to say we’re headquartered in the great city of Milwaukee, in the heart of the industrial Midwest.
Consistent with our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we value people with the ability to work on diverse teams and with a diverse range of people. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.
What We Offer:

• This is a full-time position
• Competitive, negotiable salary
• Vesting options for equity in a venture-backed, climate-tech startup
• Health and retirement benefits, with flexible options
• Generous vacation policy
• Paid parental and sick leave

About Our Hiring Process:
Our hiring process consists of the following:

• Phone Screen
• 1st Round Virtual Interview
• 2nd Round (ideally) In-Person Interview
• References
• Conditional Job Offer
• Background Check
• Onboarding
• Orientation

Qualifications

Professional Qualifications:

• Degree and Experience:4 year degree in engineering or science field and at least 2 years prior full-time experience in a high-tech equipment or materials testing, validation, and data collection environment, or2 year associates degree in engineering, science, or technology field and at least 5 years prior full-time experience in a high-tech equipment or testing, validation, and data collection environment.
• Familiar with laboratory processes, chemical safety, and analytical chemistry equipment.
• Strong hands-on learning aptitude.
• Ability to simplify and optimize complex processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficient in analyzing and organizing information and data for problem solving.
• Able to work and learn independently and drive results.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes.
• Experience designing and fabricating test apparatus or test samples.
• Experience repairing and maintaining test equipment and instrumentation.
• Experience with dimensional measurements.
• Experience in analytical chemistry and materials test methods such as ICP-MS, XRD, SEM-EDS, gas chromatography, ion chromatography, porosimetry, powder X-ray diffraction, elemental analysis and BET.