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Lightergy · 1 month ago

Battery Cell Technician

Monmouth Junction, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$17/hr - $25/hr

2+ years exp

Lightergy is focused on advancing next-generation battery energy storage system technologies. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated battery cell lab technician to support product development by assembling battery cells, performing tests, and conducting technical analysis of products.

EnergyEnergy Storage

Responsibilities

Prepare cell components before assembly; condition, mark, and inspect components and subassemblies. Assemble and build cell products and sort for test analysis

Set up laboratory equipment, prepare test material, conduct lab-based experiments, record and analyze data, and write test plans and reports

Contribute to the design of battery cell experiments and lab testing protocols that validate battery model predictions

Conduct testing plans for evaluating battery cell performance including capacity, cycle life, charge/discharge rates, and thermal stability. Analyze test data using statistical and data analysis software

Work in a team environment; organize and practice safe work habits complying with company policies and OSHA

Additional duties may be assigned based on company needs

Qualification

Battery cell assemblyLaboratory testingData analysis softwareElectrochemistryEngineering degreeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrochemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related field (e.g. Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, etc.)

1+ years of experience working with battery cells. Experience with battery cell assembly is required. Related hands-on experience in fields requiring fine motor skills and procedural discipline are a must

2+ years of experience in a laboratory setting performing tasks that require consistency and precise attention to detail, such as battery assembly, materials handling, or electronics fabrication

Comfortable working independently and effectively managing multiple and shifting priorities through strong organizational skills

Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams, vendors, and key stakeholders

Brings attention to detail and has curiosity/creativity/desire for improvement and learning new topics and technologies

Excellent problem-solving skills and eager to further develop professional expertise in the battery field

Regular activities include repeated careful handling and manipulating of objects

Frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms within a small lab environment and glove box equipment. Lifting or moving up to 10 pounds

Constant use of close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception to support fabrication

Candidates must be able to relocate and work on-site. This is not a remote or hybrid position