Research Technician - 3rd shift

Adden Energy, Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Adden Energy, Inc. in the Boston area is seeking a Research Technician to scale our solid-state battery technology. You will develop mixing and coating processes, assemble solid-state cells, and operate mass balances, coaters, and gloveboxes in a fast-moving lab environment.

This role runs on a 3rd shift schedule after an initial day shift training month; BS degree in a related field and hands-on lab experience are required, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• BS in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, or related field.
• Experience mixing and coating battery materials for cathode, anode, and solid electrolyte.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving, highly technical environment.
• Experience in a chemical laboratory and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop battery material mixing and coating processes with tooling and inspection methods.
• Assemble solid-state batteries per procedures.
• Operate mass balances, mixer, coater, and gloveboxes and related lab equipment.
• Maintain laboratory environmental standards and equipment.
• Coordinate and execute equipment maintenance per manufacturer guidelines.

Skills

Lab skills

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BS in chemical engineering

Related field

Tools

Glovebox

Mass balances

Coating equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Adden Energy is developing solid-state batteries for automotive and consumer applications and is located in the Boston Area. Our technology is based on leading research from Harvard University, and our team is backed by prominent venture capital investors. As a key member of our team, you will make a substantial impact on the company’s future and set the stage for how we build batteries for years to come as we work to make a positive impact on climate change.

We are looking for a Research Technician to join our growing technical team and work to scale our technology. This role offers the following schedule options:

Monday – Friday, 9pm – 5am

*This role will start with 1 month of day shift training before 3 rd shift hours begin.

What you get to do:

• Develop battery material mixing & coating processes including tooling, equipment, and inspection methods for solid-state battery components
• Perform solid-state battery assembly according to a strict standard of procedures
• Operate mass balances, mixer, coater, and gloveboxes, and handle other chemicals and laboratory equipment to produce solid-state battery components
• Maintain laboratory environmental standards and essential laboratory equipment
• Coordinate and execute equipment maintenance per manufacturer’s guidelines

What you bring to this role:

• BS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience mixing and coating battery materials to fabricate cathode, anode, and/or solid electrolyte components
• A desire to hold your own in a fast-moving environment alongside highly technical peers
• Ability to work safely and in compliance with all regulations and quality systems
• Experience working in a chemical laboratory
• Experience with ceramic solid electrolytes is preferred
• Experience working with a glovebox is preferred

We are happy to offer our team members:

• Competitive salary versus leading employers in industry, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous employee stock options
• Three weeks paid time off

Adden Energy is interested in working with every qualified candidate regardless of current U.S. work authorization and would consider sponsoring visas. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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