Quality Technician

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a Quality Technician to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries.  A strong background in the development of work instructions, standard operating procedures, and specifications setting is a plus. This position is critical to ensuring department leads have the required information to effectively implement the required activities that drive Solid Power products to market with the highest quality. 

Job Duties:

• Document and follow standard sample preparation and testing procedures for Solid Power.
• May assist in more specialized analytical testing, both at Solid Power and in partnership with Solid Power’s contractors/consultants/partners.
• Maintain test equipment in clean and proper working conditions.
• Assist with Calibration is needed.
• Work closely with Quality Engineers and the production teams to ensure analytical testing procedures provide sufficient and timely feedback.
• Work closely with Quality Engineer and Analytical Scientist to document test procedures, design experimentation, and analyze experimental data.
• Write procedures, contribute to technical reports, specification setting, CTQ determination, and deliver other requested technical data as required.
• Use the company’s document and serial/tracking system to properly archive technical documentation.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Familiarity with structured problem solving and analysis techniques such as Design of Experiments.
• Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• The candidate must be responsible and self-motivated, with a history of stable employment and performance.
• The candidate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or related discipline
• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred - Hands-on experience working with various analytical tools, including BET, particle size analysis, XRD, FTIR, TGA, DSC, Karl Fisher.
• Experience in inorganic chemistry and/or method development is desirable.

Salary Range: $45,000 - $82,000/year

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, PTO, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility in our equity plan.