Battery Assembly Technician

XL Batteries•Marlborough, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

XL Batteries is seeking a talented Battery Assembly Technician to join their highly collaborative team. This role involves working under the supervision of engineers to assemble systems for testing, collect quality data, and contribute to improving the efficiency, reliability, and durability of their battery systems. The company is a fast-paced, nimble startup focused on developing long-duration energy storage at the grid level, aiming to create a safe, low-cost, and reliable grid-scale battery to enable the transition to renewable energy sources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in mechanical engineering or related fields, or five (5) or more years of direct experience in a technician role.
Excellent attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization.
Communicate technical details and feedback clearly to team members.
Possess familiarity with industrial or laboratory work settings.
Proficiency in MS Office; experience with SolidWorks is a plus.
A background in electrochemistry or mechanical engineering is preferred.
Highly motivated and self-driven individual with the ability to work independently and multitask.
Function effectively as a collaborative team player.
Maintain comfort with physical demands, including standing for long periods and lifting over 25 lbs.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistent accuracy.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

An understanding of flow battery or fuel cell design and operation is a plus but not required.
Applicants with prior experience in assembly are preferred.
Applicants must show the ability to quickly and efficiently assemble and test new battery systems on the cell and stack level.
The ideal candidate will flag challenges as they arise and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

Assemble and test various flow battery components and systems (follow standard operation procedures and test protocols).
Record accurate data, analyze, and report the results.
Interpret technical drawings and conduct quality inspections on machined components.
Develop toolpaths based on design models and machined parts within specified tolerances, troubleshooting issues as needed.
Engage in stack teardowns and contribute to root cause analysis efforts.
Draft and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Think critically about how to improve the test and assembly process with an eye to performance, reliability, durability, throughput and cost.
Transform technical objectives into actionable work plans by establishing and managing OKRs.
Maintain a safe work environment within a battery development laboratory.
Manage waste streams and dispose of hazardous waste as appropriate.