Company Description
Wildcat Discovery Technologies is dedicated to becoming the leader in battery material development, integration, and supply. By blending the production of high-performance, U.S.-made cathode active materials with advanced battery services, Wildcat creates comprehensive solutions for customers across industries. Based on 15 years of expertise, Wildcat produces innovative materials like LFP, LMFP, and DRX at its U.S. facility, optimizing battery cell performance in hundreds of successful projects. Recognized for its innovations, Wildcat was named one of the "50 Most Innovative Companies" by Technology Review magazine. The company collaborates with global leaders in the battery supply chain, spanning automotive, electronics, medical, and military applications.
Role Description
Wildcat Discoveries is looking for a highly motivated Engineering Technician to join our pouch cell team! Within this role, you will operate automated lithium-ion battery cell production equipment to support evaluation of novel cell designs and chemistries. This role will directly support the development of processes and fabrication of lithium-ion battery pouch cells. The work environment is demanding, fast-paced, and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join a world-class scientific team dedicated to developing and discovering advanced materials for lithium-ion batteries. At Wildcat, the sky's the limit - with the right attitude, work ethic, and quality of work you can blaze your own trail.
Essential Functions
- Operate industrial mixers, aliquot raw materials, work in a fume hood and glove box.
- Work with flammable, moisture sensitive chemicals, in addition to working with automated process equipment that operate at a high speed, high temperature, high pressure, and vacuum.
- Utilize analytical equipment to ensure quality control.
- Operate coating and roll-to-roll process equipment for coating battery electrodes.
- Monitor and troubleshoot existing equipment and processes to make a product according to product specifications.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and other written procedures, and maintaining accurate records of work performed.
- Report problems, issues and unexpected observations in a timely manner.
- Meet timelines and deadlines consistently.
- Complete production documentation, and support transfer of materials to next stage of processing.
- Respect others in the workplace with a professional attitude; be considerate of others with housekeeping, shared equipment; provide a safe working environment for others.
- Calibrate, clean, and maintain equipment in good working condition.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
- Basic knowledge of scientific laboratory procedures, techniques, equipment and apparatus used in a chemistry laboratory.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a chemistry laboratory.
- Maintain a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Ability to effectively and safely operate, adapt and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to utilize computer hardware and software.
- Ability to keep detailed and precise records.
- Ability to thrive in a multi-tasking, fast paced environment
- Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with lab technicians, engineers, research associates and scientists.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's level degree or higher in a scientific or engineering field such as mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering
- Experience in semiconductor, medical devices, metallurgy, plastics, and/or lithium ion battery manufacturing is preferred
- Generally some exposure to working in a laboratory environment or a manufacturing environment, and working with chemicals.
- Familiarity with Roll-2-Roll manufacturing a plus
- Experience with clean rooms and/or dry rooms a plus
- Pilot line manufacturing experience a plus
Wildcat Discovery Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, free from discrimination based on race, gender, religion, disability, and other protected characteristics under FEHA. Pay range is expected to be from $26 to $33 per hour.
