Quality Control Technician at Solid Power

Thornton, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

BatteryIndustries

Requirements

Highschool Diploma/GED or Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing or analytical laboratory environment desired
Hands-on experience working with various analytical tools, particularly BET, PSA, ICP, GC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, DSC, Karl Fischer
Experience in inorganic chemistry and/or method development is desirable
Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Comfort and competence with the responsible, safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment
Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
Ability to wear PPE including occasional respirator protection
Ability to work in dry room environment, gloveboxes, and chemistry lab
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR

Responsibilities

Follow and document standard sample preparation testing procedures under the guidance of senior technicians and scientists
Assist in more specialized sample preparation and testing, both at Solid Power and in partnership with Solid Power’s contractors and partners
Maintain test equipment in clean and proper working conditions, and support manufacturer maintenance and repair as needed
Assist with equipment calibration as needed
Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure analytical testing procedures provide sufficient and timely feedback
Assist in writing SOPs, contribute to technical reports, specification setting, CTQ determination, and deliver other requested technical data as required

Skills

BET

PSA

ICP

XRD

FTIR

TGA

DSC

Karl Fischer

inorganic chemistry

sample preparation

equipment calibration

SOP writing

Solid Power

Develops all-solid-state battery cells for EVs

About Solid Power

Solid Power develops and produces all-solid-state battery cells aimed at enhancing the performance of electric vehicles (EVs). These batteries utilize sulfide-based solid electrolytes, which allow for efficient ion movement and easy manufacturing, resulting in batteries that are safer, longer-lasting, and more cost-effective than traditional options. Solid Power's technology leads to reduced battery size and weight while increasing the range of EVs on a single charge. The company distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on the unique properties of its solid electrolytes, which are compatible with standard manufacturing processes. Solid Power's goal is to support the automotive industry, partnering with major clients like BMW and Ford, and to contribute to the advancement of energy storage solutions for a sustainable future.

Louisville, KentuckyHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$338.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Equity

Risks

Competition from QuantumScape threatens Solid Power's market position.

Economical and scalable manufacturing of solid-state batteries remains a challenge.

Dependency on partnerships like SK Innovation exposes Solid Power to potential risks.

Differentiation

Solid Power uses sulfide-based solid electrolytes for superior conductivity and processability.

Their batteries are safer, non-flammable, and have higher energy density than traditional ones.

Partnerships with BMW and Ford highlight Solid Power's industry credibility and market reach.

Upsides

$50 million funding from the U.S. Department of Energy boosts production capabilities.

Partnership with SK On expands market opportunities in South Korea and Asia.

'Buy' rating from Needham & Company LLC indicates strong market confidence.

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