Battery Lab Technician

ABOUT ADVANO
ADVANO is a rapidly growing energy materials technology company focused on commercializing battery-grade Silicon (REALSi™) that provides customized solutions for next-gen lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) in markets from consumer to automotive and beyond. Our proprietary technology enables higher performance LiBs at a lower cost and high volumes. We collaborate with battery industry players to ensure ADVANO technology is meeting their needs. ADVANO is backed by important players like Mitsui Kinzoku, Tony Fadell, PeopleFund, Pritzker, and Thiel Capital. ADVANO is focused on bringing its REALSi™ technology to market.

ABOUT THE TEAM
We're a group of high achievers dedicated to making this world a better place. We have created a supportive, collaborative environment to encourage disparate ideas to solve problems. We want team members to grow beyond their expertise and support someone going the extra mile and giving it their all.

ABOUT THE ROLE
ADVANO is seeking a Battery Technician to contribute to the assembly of lithium-ion cells of various technologies (i.e. silicon anode, solid/polymer electrolyte, HV-cathode, etc). The occupant of this position will work in a small team of engineers on battery engineering and R&D projects. These projects may focus on the coin and pouch-cell assembly. Qualified applicants will have prior hands-on experience in the field of batteries. The person for this position must have a positive attitude and does what it takes to get the job done. This position features opportunity for upward mobility. The individual must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with little room for error.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Performing tasks including electrode preparation, delicate assembly of coin cells and cell dissection and running cell tests
2. Working with battery engineers on coin/pouch-cell assembly
3. Documenting electrode fabrication and cell build data
4. Building a variety of Li-ion cell prototypes including coin cells, pouch cells, and cylindrical cells
5. Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
6. Maintaining inventory by checking stock; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies
7. Preparing and mixing of electrode materials with conductive additives and a polymer binder to form a slurry with the proper rheology
8. Executing continuous improvement projects focused on batch size scale-up and aqueous binders
9. Manufacturing of electrodes using roll to roll coating

 
Required Education and Experience

1. High school diploma required. (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
2. 2-5 years of work experience in a battery industry field preferred
3. Prior experience in Li-ion cell builds, including cell assembly and familiarity with quality control methods used to evaluate the repeatability of assembly processes
4. Hand on experience in the glove box/dry room preferred
5. Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining cell build equipment
6. Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive assembly of batteries
7. Excellent oral and written English language skills required
8. Excellent problem-solving capability required
9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with cross-functional teams
10. Interpersonal traits to work effectively and lead others
11. Has a do-whatever-it-takes attitude, thrives in a fast-paced start up environment, and is capable of delivering project deliverables on time.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift laboratory products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Location
New Orleans, Louisiana  

Travel
Travel is not required for this role.

Compensation
Competitive with opportunity for growth. Benefits include company paid health, dental, and vision insurances, 401K match, paid paternity leave, unlimited sick time, and PTO.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance 
Authorized to Work in the United States

AAP/EEO Statement
ADVANO provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Application & Interview Process
Interested candidates should apply via LinkedIn.
ADVANO provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
 

Advano provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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