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Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current’s fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Blue Current’s silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current’s team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, California. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit http://bluecurrent.com.\nPosition Summary\nThe Senior Associate Engineer, Process Quality carries out the day-to-day quality work that keeps Blue Current's measurements trustworthy and its processes in control. Working under the direction of senior engineers and the Process Quality manager, this role performs quality testing and inspection, keeps quality records and control charts current, and gathers the evidence that investigations depend on. It is a hands-on role at the bench and on the manufacturing floor, learning the methods and systems that govern quality at Blue Current while taking on steadily more of their execution. Success means quality data that is complete, accurate, and available for the team to make decisions, while continuously improving the company’s understanding of process and product performance. \nEssential Functions & Responsibilities\nPerforms routine quality control testing and inspection on incoming materials, in-process components, and finished cells according to established test methods and acceptance criteria \nCollects, enters, and verifies quality data in established systems, checking records for completeness and flagging values that fall outside expected ranges \nMaintains process control charts for assigned operations, identifies out-of-control signals, and escalates them to the responsible process owner and the Process Quality manager \nShares feedback between engineering and quality by observing process execution, identifying gaps between documented and actual practices, and highlighting opportunities to improve safety, reproducibility, or quality. \nExecutes measurement system analysis studies, including Gauge R&R, following established protocols, and documents the results \nDrafts and revises standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions for quality control methods under the direction of senior engineers, and routes them through document control \nConducts first-pass investigation of nonconforming material and process deviations, documenting observations and evidence, and contributes findings to root cause analyses led by senior engineers \nPerforms incoming inspection on supplier materials against specification, documents non-conformances, and tracks open supplier quality issues to closure \nCompiles quality metrics and prepares recurring reports for process owners and the Process Quality team \nFollows and helps improve laboratory and manufacturing safety practices, including correct use of personal protective equipment and proper handling of materials \nOther duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of this position. \nMinimum Qualifications\nEducation\nBS in relevant field, or AS with 2+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years of relevant experience; relevant fields include Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field, with a focus on batteries or electrochemical devices \nExperience\nHands-on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting, which may include internship, co-op, or academic research, involving measurement, testing, and documentation of results \nExperience following written procedures and recording data accurately where the record matters to someone downstream \nSkills & Knowledge\nAbility to connect observations from the manufacturing floor to potential quality or process risks and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. \nWorking knowledge of basic statistics as applied to process data, including central tendency, variation, and control limits. \nAbility to use a spreadsheet or statistical software (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab, or R) to summarize, chart, and interpret measurement data \nClear written communication sufficient to document observations, record results, and draft procedure text that another person can follow \nAttention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to data integrity and record traceability \nDemonstrates technical curiosity by questioning unexpected results and using observations and data to determine if further investigation is needed. \nAbility to take direction, ask clarifying questions, and escalate problems rather than work around them. \nCertifications / Licenses \nN/A \nPreferred Qualifications\nCoursework or practical exposure to Lean Six Sigma, statistical process control, or design of experiments \nExperience in a battery, semiconductor, medical device, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing environment \nFamiliarity with measurement systems analysis concepts such as gauge repeatability and reproducibility \nExposure to quality management system elements such as document control, change management, or nonconformance handling \nExperience working in a dry room, glovebox, or other controlled-environment laboratory \nLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt \nCore Values - Minimum Qualifications\n\nSafety & Security First\nFor employees, customers, and intellectual property\n\nDemonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment, including adherence to workplace safety protocols, data privacy standards, and confidentiality requirements.\nProven ability to identify and appropriately escalate potential risks to personnel, customers, or sensitive information.\n\nTrust & Respect\nTreat everyone with honesty, dignity, and sensitivity. Embrace different perspectives. Be humble.\n\nDemonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles.\nTrack record of maintaining professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all workplace interactions.\n\nOwnership & Accountability\nTake responsibility and action. Set goals and deliver. Don't wait for others.\n\nDemonstrated ability to independently prioritize, execute, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.\nProven track record of setting measurable goals, meeting deadlines, and taking initiative to resolve challenges proactively.\n\nTechnical Excellence\nAlways strive for the best solution possible.\n\nDemonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement in delivering work product, solutions, and outcomes within area of expertise.\nAbility to evaluate options critically and apply sound judgment to identify the most effective and scalable solution.\n\nLearn & Be Curious\nThink outside the box. Always learning.\n\nDemonstrated ability to quickly acquire new skills, tools, or domain knowledge in response to evolving business needs.\nProven track record of applying creative or unconventional thinking to solve problems.\n\nBe Resourceful\nBe hungry, frugal, and flexible. Use what you have. Find a way.\n\nDemonstrated ability to deliver results in resource-constrained environments by maximizing existing tools, processes, and partnerships.\nProven ability to adapt and find effective solutions in ambiguous or rapidly changing situations.\n\nDelight Customers\nBuild stronger relationships with internal and external customers.\n\nDemonstrated commitment to understanding and exceeding the needs of internal and/or external customers.\nTrack record of building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships that drive positive outcomes for all stakeholders.\n\nPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions\nOccasional lifting and positioning of equipment and components up to approximately 30-50 lbs (e.g., test fixtures, chamber components, cabling); installation and maintenance work may involve bending, reaching, and working around electromechanical equipment. \nWork in proximity to electrical test equipment, batteries, and temperature-control systems; adherence to all applicable electrical, battery, and laboratory safety protocols is required. \nProlonged periods of screen-based work for test configuration, monitoring, data review, and documentation. \nRegular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, gloves, and lab coat; additional PPE may be required depending on materials handled \nAble to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodically. \nTravel is estimated at less than 10% of working time and would be primarily domestic (e.g., vendor or equipment site visits) \nFAT program execution or in the event of vendor or supplier visits. \nWork in gloveboxes or a dry room may be required at times, up to a full work day \nStandard weekday business hours; occasional off-hours availability may be required to support long-running test campaigns, installations, or troubleshooting.\nSalary Range\n$95,400—$127,000 USD\nEqual Opportunity Employment Statement\nBlue Current is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\nAt-Will Employment & Disclaimer\nEmployment at Blue Current is at-will. This means that either the employee or Blue Current may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable law. This job description does not create an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the at-will nature of the employment relationship. 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