Blue Current, Inc. · 1 month ago
Battery Manufacturing Technician
Hayward CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBlue Current is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. As a battery manufacturing technician, you will focus on producing battery materials and building cells to support the team in delivering high energy density and safety in battery technology.
BatteryElectronicsEnergy StorageManufacturingRenewable EnergySemiconductor
Responsibilities
Produce various battery components, assemble battery cells and put up for test (electrode material processing, slurry mixing, coating, assembly and formation)
Making materials and cells in glove box and/or pilot scale manufacturing line (Roll to roll process, stacking machine, tab welding, pouch sealing and others)
Characterize cell materials using with various analytical techniques (e.g. Rheometer, Viscometer, Particle size analyzer, Thickness measurement, Microscope and others)
Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces
Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain best operating conditions and functionality
Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail
Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes and updated data sheets that reflect changes
Qualification
Required
3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments
Previous powder process (Powder mixing, synthesis process, sieving, classification)
And/or Previous roll to roll process and machine (slot die, gravure, comma coating, calendering, slitting) experience
And/or Previous slurry mixing experience (Handling powder, solvent, handling various types of mixers)
And/or battery cell assembly (Stamping, stacking, JR winding, ultrasonic welding, pouch sealing)
Previous glovebox/dry room experience
Previous chemical manufacturing experience
Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision
Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures
Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time
Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks
Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity
Working knowledge of Excel and Word
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges
Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes
Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies
Ability to read and understand SDS
Preferred
Familiarity with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, Viscometer, Rheometer, Particle size analyzer, Powder characteristics (Bulk/Tap density, Microscope, Micrometer)
Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials
Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)
Company
Blue Current, Inc.
Blue Current manufactures silicon elastic composite solid-state batteries for EVs and non-automotive device applications.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$126.25MKey Investors
Amazon
2025-12-08Series D· $80M
2023-09-08Series Unknown· $16.25M
2023-07-13Acquired
Leadership Team
Susan Stone
Chief Executive Officer
Kevin Wujcik
Chief Technology Officer
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