Battery Cell Technician

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Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

The Battery Cell Technician role is an integral part of our dynamic Innovation team within the Performance Materials Technical group. Based at our North Charleston facility, this hands-on position will involve working closely with battery scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge battery technologies. The successful candidate will engage in the design, fabrication, and testing of lithium-ion and Sodium-ion batteries, contributing to our innovative projects and helping drive our growth in the battery materials sector.

How you will impact Ingevity:

• Laboratory and Equipment Management: Operate and maintain lab and pilot scale equipment, including battery assembly and testing apparatus, in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Battery Fabrication: Assemble lithium-ion and Sodium-ion batteries in various formats, including coin cells and pouch cells, using manual and semi-automated techniques.
• Testing and Analysis: Conduct electrochemical performance tests on battery cells to evaluate and enhance material properties. Document experimental procedures and results accurately in both written and electronic formats.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including materials scientists, engineers, and quality control personnel, to support product development and process improvement efforts.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) policies, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, physics, chemical engineering, materials science and engineering, electrical engineer, mechanical engineering, or a related scientific field is required.
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment. Familiarity with coin cell and pouch cell fabrication processes is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating laboratory equipment. Experience with electrode slurry mixing, coating and automated cell fabrication systems is desirable.
• Analytical and time management Abilities: Attention to detail, and high standards for data accuracy, organization and reporting. Strong analytical, observational, and time management skills.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and share information clearly and proactively. Ability to work respectfully and effectively within a diverse team.
• Safety: Strong commitment to safety protocols and practices.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and flexibility.
• This position requires 100% on-site presence at our North Charleston facility; remote work is not an option.

Desired Competencies:

• Technical Expertise: Experience with advanced battery processing and fabrication equipment, such as slurry mixer, coater, ultrasonic welders and vacuum sealers. Knowledge of electrolyte handling and cell assembly techniques is highly valued.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.