Research Technician [Weekends off-hours]

Adden Energy; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous employee stock options

Three weeks paid time off

Job summary

A dynamic energy technology firm in Waltham, Massachusetts, is looking for a Research Technician to advance the development of solid-state batteries. The role entails developing mixing and coating processes, performing battery assembly, and maintaining lab standards. Ideal candidates hold a BS degree in a relevant field and have experience in laboratory environments. The firm offers competitive compensation, medical benefits, and three weeks of paid time off, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Experience with mixing and coating battery materials preferred.
• Desire to thrive in a fast-paced and technical environment.
• Ability to comply with safety regulations and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop battery material mixing & coating processes.
• Perform battery assembly according to strict standards.
• Operate necessary laboratory equipment and maintain environmental standards.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance per manufacturer’s guidelines.

Skills

Mixing and coating battery materials

Chemical laboratory experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Safety compliance

Education

BS degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Glovebox

Job description

Research Technician [Weekends off-hours]

About Adden Energy

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, 2 days

Saturday – Sunday, 2 days

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 on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Expressions of interest and accompanying resumes should be sent to [e-mail] or apply on LinkedIn.