Senior Staff Technician, Solid-State Battery Pilot Line

Blue Current; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 60,614; Full time

Job summary

Blue Current seeks a hands‑on Staff Technician to lead daily pilot manufacturing line operations for solid‑state battery materials and cells in Hayward, CA. You will execute fabrication steps, operate precision equipment, and maintain strict safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

The role requires 4+ years in technical settings and a strong background in materials science or chemistry.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent hands‑on training/experience.
• 4+ years in a technical, laboratory, or precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience owning processes or equipment with troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency operating and troubleshooting manufacturing tools or laboratory equipment.
• Strong record of high‑quality documentation and SOP adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of battery components, cell builds, and test‑ready assemblies.
• Operate glovebox and pilot‑scale equipment including roll‑to‑roll systems and pouch sealers.
• Develop and enforce SOPs to ensure consistency and quality.
• Perform material and cell characterization using analytical tools.
• Coordinate material prep and movement and maintain lab safety and organization.
• Identify yield/throughput improvements and collaborate with Process Engineers.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and support cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Glovebox operation

Roll‑to‑roll coating

Cell assembly

Equipment troubleshooting

Data analysis

SOP development

Documentation

Excel

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Rheometer

Viscometer

SEM

XRD

Microscopy

Job description

Blue Current seeks a hands‑on Staff Technician to lead daily pilot manufacturing line operations for solid‑state battery materials and cells in Hayward, CA. You will execute fabrication steps, operate precision equipment, and maintain strict safety and quality standards in a fast‑paced R&D environment.

The role requires 4+ years in technical settings and a strong background in materials science or chemistry.