Research Technician

Li Industries is an innovative and fast-growing climate tech company developing next-generation lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Pineville, NC, Li Industries has developed scalable direct recycling technologies for lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and consumer electronics.We are looking for a motivated and resourceful technician to help us develop our technologies that are essential for improving the sustainability of portable electronics and electric mobility.

Role Description:

• Job type: Full-time Materials Characterization Technician
• This is a hands-on role working on battery materials characterization and testing based on the standard operating procedures
• The role will directly interact with scientists and engineers to improve our battery materials product

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform material characterization tests on battery materials following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Operate and maintain material characterization instruments
• Prepare material samples, conduct tests, and document data with high level of accuracy and detail
• Analyze test results, identify deviations, and report findings to engineers and scientists
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, laboratory protocols, and quality control standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing test methods
• Document procedures, test results, and observations in laboratory notebooks and electronic databases

Qualifications:

• Must have an associate degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• A bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in material characterization, preferably in battery materials, energy storage, or related field
• Hands-on battery assembly and testing experience is a plus.
• Experienced with general chemistry lab operations, including sample preparation and chemical handling, and lab chemical inventory management
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures including general lab safety and chemical safety
• Familiar with quality control standards
• Attention to details
• Documentation and data recording skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Pineville, NC 28134 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pineville, NC 28134: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28