Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a dedicated Battery R&D Technician to join their client's innovative team in California. This position involves working closely with scientists and engineers to support the development of solid-state batteries. The role is fully on-site in San Jose, CA, offering a hands-on opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology advancements in the battery industry.

Responsibilities

A R&D Technician supports solid-state battery development by executing cell fabrication, processing materials, and managing lab operations. Key responsibilities include running experiments with scientists, following standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documenting test results.

Core Responsibilities

• Cell Fabrication & Testing: Build coin cells, pouch cells, or proprietary solid-state devices following strict SOPs.
• Experiment Support: Partner with engineers and scientists on materials processing, metrology, and lab experiments.
• Data & Documentation: Record experimental data, track inventory, and report anomalies or results using MS Office or internal tools.
• Lab Maintenance: Keep a clean, safe workspace and maintain equipment or supplies.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience in a laboratory, R&D, or process manufacturing environment.
• Physical & Environmental: Ability to work in a dry room, fume hood, or glovebox requiring fine motor skills and lifting up to 15-25 lbs.
• Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, team-focused, and able to communicate observations clearly.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the battery industry or hi-tech device assembly.
• Knowledge of failure analysis, ceramic coatings, or microscope-scale product development.

Required Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM or 1 PM to 9:30 PM

Benefits

Competitive pay ranging from $29 to $46 per hour, depending on years of experience.

Additional Details

This role is fully on-site in San Jose, CA, providing an excellent opportunity for hands-on involvement in cutting-edge battery technology development.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.