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Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America · 2 days ago

Material Characterization Specialist

Sparks, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is seeking ambitious engineers and scientists to lead the world’s largest lithium-ion battery initiative. The role involves sample preparation, executing measurements on material properties, and collaborating with engineers and scientists to evaluate material properties and troubleshoot issues.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Sample preparation including but not limited to metallurgical mounting, grinding and polishing, transverse mounting and polishing, vibratory polishing, carbon and sputter coating, ultrasonic cleaning, and ion milling

Execute measurements on various materials properties using instrumentation including tensile testers, scanning electron microscope (SEM), focused ion beam (FIB), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), hardness testers, and X-ray computed tomography (CT), amongst others

Develop operational and analysis procedures on the equipment in the previous bullet

Design experiments with Materials Engineers and Scientists to evaluate material properties, determine next steps in development projects, and troubleshoot factory/material issues

Collaboration with Materials Engineers and Scientists in their communication with material suppliers related to the development and validation of detailed material specifications for new materials and the resolution of quality issues

Support cell disassembly and failure analysis activities

Assure timely completion and achievement of project goals with supporting documentation

Provide technical feedback to collaborating teams. Upkeep of assigned instrumentation including routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, and calibration

Articulate and present technical data and images to groups of people

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Electron microscopyMetallurgical sample preparationLithium-ion battery knowledgeHigh-volume manufacturingTechnical presentationsMS Office proficiencyCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

B.S. degree in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent years of technical experience

Fundamental understanding of electron microscopy including dual beam FIB, SEM, and EDS

Basic understanding of EBSD, STEM, and lamella preparation

Familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience with metallurgical sample preparation

Ability to and create and present technical presentations

Able to work independently while also possessing the skills to effectively collaborate and communicate

Preferred

B.S. or higher in chemistry, materials science, or engineering

Background in high-volume manufacturing

Knowledge of lithium-ion battery manufacturing

Experience in cell dissection and failure analysis methods

Benefits

Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.

Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.

Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.

Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.

Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.

Health Management and Wellbeing Programs -Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.

Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition

Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.

On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events

Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!

Company

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a large-scale, advanced battery manufacturer, operating in Sparks, Nevada and De Soto, Kansas, known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.

Founded in 2016