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ALSO. · 2 days ago

Battery Technician

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$45/hr - $60/hr

3+ years exp

ALSO is an electric mobility company focused on creating innovative small EVs. The Battery Technician will play a critical role in prototyping, building, and testing next-generation battery systems.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Fabricate complex wire harnesses from schematics and wiring diagrams

Perform precision wire cutting, stripping, and crimping using industry-standard tools (e.g., Molex, TE, Amphenol)

Route and secure cabling within battery packs to ensure thermal and vibration safety

Troubleshoot open/short circuits and continuity issues in prototype harnesses

Perform soldering and rework on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), including through-hole and surface mount components (0402 size and up)

Interface with the Battery Management System (BMS) for firmware flashing and validation

Assist in the installation of PCBs into mechanical housings, ensuring proper grounding and thermal interfacing

Handle lithium-ion cells (cylindrical, pouch, or prismatic) following strict safety protocols

Operate spot welding or laser welding equipment for cell interconnects

Apply Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs), epoxies, and structural adhesives during module assembly

Set up and operate battery cyclers (e.g., NHR, Chroma) and environmental chambers

Monitor and assist the inhouse testing work - Battery cycling, mechanical and thermal battery testing etc

Perform incoming quality control (IQC) on cells and electrical components

Qualification

Electro-mechanical assemblyBattery Management System (BMS)SolderingWire harness fabricationSafety protocolsDigital multimeters (DMMs)Forklift certificationLaser welding

Required

3+ years of hands-on experience in electro-mechanical assembly, preferably in the EV, aerospace, or consumer electronics sectors

Expert knowledge of crimping tools, connector assembly, and reading electrical schematics/pinout diagrams

Proficient in soldering for rework and assembly (IPC-610/J-STD-001 certification is a plus)

Proficiency with digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, and power supplies

Strong understanding of Low Voltage (LV) safety standards (NFPA 70E) and lithium-ion handling procedures