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Cell Engineering Technician

Insight Global, San Diego, CA, United States


Job Description
Our client is seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Cell Engineering Technician to support battery cell component preparation and prototype lithium‑ion cell fabrication within an R&D laboratory environment. This role will be part of a second‑shift cell development team focused on dry electrode process optimization and lithium‑ion battery development.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in a manufacturing or R&D lab setting, is comfortable working in a moisture‑controlled dry room, and can take direction from engineers while supporting multiple tasks and projects. This is a 100% hands‑on role requiring strong execution, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare battery cell components such as electrodes, separators, and pouch cases through cutting, welding, and drying processes

Fabricate various prototype lithium‑ion battery cell configurations

Support battery cell assembly operations in a moisture‑controlled dry room environment

Document cell component preparation, prototype assembly, test results, travelers, and SOPs using MS Office tools and internal databases

Assist with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment

Support procurement and handling of battery cell components and materials

Communicate technical results, progress, and status updates to engineers, supervisors, and cross‑functional teams

Execute technical experiments with minimal supervision while following defined procedures and requirements

Skills and Requirements

1+ year of hands‑on experience in a technical role within an R&D laboratory or manufacturing environment

Exposure to mechanical and/or chemical processes within an industrial or lab setting

Ability to work in a moisture‑controlled dry room environment

Comfortable handling multiple tasks and taking direction from multiple teams or projects

Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience documenting procedures, travelers, SOPs, and test results

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams

Ability to understand technical direction and execute experiments with limited supervision

Strong attention to detail and ability to translate requirements into execution

Experience with battery cell component processing and prototype lithium‑ion cell fabrication

Familiarity with battery materials, electrodes, separators, and cell assembly procedures

Prior experience supporting engineers or scientists in an R&D or product development environment

Experience working in fast‑paced, evolving laboratory or manufacturing settings

Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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