Laboratory Technician

Alsym Energy; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible Paid Time Off

401k and stock options

Job summary

A leading battery technology firm in Massachusetts is seeking a Lab Facilities Technician to support their research team by maintaining lab equipment and ensuring a safe work environment. The ideal candidate should have hands-on skills, experience in equipment maintenance, and knowledge of laboratory protocols. This role involves optimizing lab conditions for productivity and collaborating with scientists to manage equipment effectively. The company offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401k.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience, at least 1 year in a chemistry lab.
• Working knowledge of building systems.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Maintain clean and orderly laboratory conditions.
• Manage consumable inventories and waste collection.

Skills

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Chemical handling

Mechanical assembly

Asset management

Problem-solving in R&D

IT equipment installation

Education

Certification (CFM, CEM)

Tools

Basic lab equipment (pumps, motors)

Job description

Base pay range: $60,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Job Title: Lab Facilities Technician

Job Summary: We are looking for a Lab Facilities and Equipment Specialist to join our growing company! The ideal candidate will have an excellent set of hands‑on skills, a safety‑driven mindset with strong background in laboratory equipment maintenance, standard lab equipment techniques and protocols, and the ability to work effectively in highly multi‑disciplinary research areas. Specifically in this role, the candidate will be supporting Alsym Energy’s R&D team working on the next generation of Battery technology. This position will work to support our research team with responsive delivery of equipment maintenance, workspace management, and responsive execution of troubleshooting. Our goal is a workplace built to optimize conditions for productivity and employee well‑being based on efficiency, safety, and human health.

Industry Background: Alsym Energy, Inc is a leading innovator in the rapidly changing field of battery energy storage. It is essential for the world to succeed in the transition to sustainable energy and batteries are at the very core of the solution. In fact, the IEA predicts that 60% of CO2 emission reductions in 2030 will be directly related to batteries. This mission is what drives us every day. Over the last few years, supply‑chain constraints and significant safety incidents arising from lithium‑ion batteries have reduced confidence in the suitability of the technology. Alsym’s advanced sodium ion technology enables the highest performing non‑lithium‑ion battery in the industry, based on its safe, sustainable and long‑lasting energy storage solution.

Key Qualifications:

• Prior experience maintaining laboratory equipment including fume hoods, gloveboxes, and gas cylinders.
• Familiarity with safe chemical handling, materials safety, solvent handling, waste management, and documentation.
• Familiarity with chemical hygiene, mechanical assembly, and safety best practices
• Demonstrated ability to maintain computer‑based asset management and preventative maintenance programs.
• 5 years’ experience, at least 1 year in a chemistry lab.
• Working knowledge of basic lab and manufacturing equipment (pumps, motors, blowers, etc)
• Working knowledge of building systems and infrastructure
• Experience working in a growing R&D and manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage through fast moving, start‑up challenges with ease and comfort
• Proficiency in installing IT equipment, monitors, desk set‑up etc.
• Formal training or certification (CFM, CEM) a plus
• Act as the primary contact for lab equipment maintenance activities
• Act as the primary contact for facilities service calls
• Work closely with scientists and engineers to install specialty equipment and perform preventative maintenance and calibration needs.
• Support lab equipment transfers or relocation
• Maintain accurate and detailed maintenance records
• Hands‑on maintenance of gloveboxes, compressed gas and vacuum lines, industrial equipment (mixers, air dryers, roll‑to‑roll coaters)
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly laboratory conditions to improve productivity for other lab users
• Support management of consumable inventories, solid and hazardous waste collection sites, and shipping/receiving of chemicals.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement improvements

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks: We are committed to providing equitable compensation and a healthy working environment for our employees with a benefits package that provides the support that you need. We offer premium medical insurance cost through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental insurance through Bento Dental, offer a flexible Paid Time Off program, and maintain a firm Anti‑Harassment Policy that includes Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, & Gender Protections. Every employee is also eligible for PFML, 401k, and stock options. A full listing of our benefits may be provided after an offer has been issued.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity & inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing