Engineering Technician I (Precision Analysis)

Title: Engineering Technician (Precision Analysis)

Department: Quality

Report To: Supervisor, Quality

Location: Holland, MI

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Classification: Non Exempt

Schedule: 8 Hour Shift | Day 7:00am - 3:00pm | Night 3:00pm - 11:00pm

Our Partner is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology.

Position Summary:

The Cell QA Engineering Technician I supports the evaluation and analysis of suspect or defective lithium-ion battery cells using specialized equipment and computerized systems. This position performs established testing and analysis procedures, conducts quality checks, identifies defects, documents results, and supports basic equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.

Working with guidance, the Technician I develops technical knowledge of Cell QA analysis processes, equipment, quality requirements, and battery products while escalating abnormal or unresolved findings to appropriate team members.

Essential Responsibilities:

Perform established analysis and testing of suspect or defective lithium-ion battery cells under guidance.

Operate analysis equipment and software, including SEM/EDS, Nano CT, Ion-Miller (Cross Sectional MC), and other applicable tools following established procedures.

Perform analysis of the physical and chemical properties of battery cells.

Identify defects, abnormalities, and nonconforming conditions during analysis.

Document analysis results accurately and prepare technical reports using established formats.

Perform product and production process quality checks against established specifications.

Monitor data from measuring devices and identify results outside established requirements.

Support basic troubleshooting of analysis equipment, testing, and process-related issues and escalate unresolved concerns.

Assemble and disassemble equipment as required within established procedures.

Perform basic equipment maintenance and cleaning activities within assigned scope.

Create work orders or instructions as needed under established processes.

Collect, handle, and prepare qualifying products or samples for shipment as required.

Follow established safety, quality, and work procedures and properly use required PPE.

Communicate defects, equipment concerns, and abnormal analysis results to appropriate team members.

Maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance.

Follow Our Partner cleaning SOPs during downtime, including cleaning designated equipment and surrounding work areas.

Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.

0–3 years of related technical, quality, laboratory, manufacturing, equipment, or analytical experience.

Basic ability to read and interpret measurements, graphs, specifications, and technical information.

Ability to learn and safely operate specialized analysis and measurement equipment.

Ability to perform assigned technical activities with guidance and follow established procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience with lithium-ion battery manufacturing or battery quality processes.

Experience with testing, inspection, measurement, laboratory, or analytical equipment.

Exposure to SEM/EDS, Nano CT, Ion-Miller, microscopy, imaging, or similar analytical technologies.

Skills & Competencies:

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Basic technical problem-solving skills.

Effective organization and time management skills.

Ability to follow technical procedures and work instructions.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Ability to learn applicable analysis software and computerized systems.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Works primarily in a manufacturing, laboratory, and technical analysis environment.

Requires regular use of specialized testing, measurement, and analysis equipment.

Must be able to properly and regularly wear required PPE for periods of up to 12 hours, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, latex or nitrile gloves, and respirator protection as required.

Must be able to repeatedly lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.

Requires repeated standing, sitting, stooping, twisting, bending, reaching overhead, and movement throughout the work area.

Must be able to perform physical activities associated with equipment operation, sample preparation, testing, and analysis for extended periods.

Must be able to work assigned shifts and additional hours as required to support production and business needs.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision: 100% employer contribution starting on the first day of employment

Paid Holidays: 17 days per year

PTO: 15 days per year

Relocation Bonus: $3,000–$5,000 depending on distance

401(k): 3% employer match

Visa Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Partner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our Partner provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.