Lab Technician

E-One Moli Energy (Canada) Limited is a leading-edge lithium-ion battery research and development facility located in Maple Ridge, B.C. We are proud of our roots that first began in a Physics lab at UBC in 1977 and have evolved into a world leader in materials research and battery development. Our technically-minded employees are a fantastic group who really love to research and develop great batteries!

We are looking for an instrument enthusiast with a hunger for problem-solving to become our Laboratory Technicianor a more experienced Technologist.

The ROLE

The Lab Technician is responsible for the maintenance of our lab facilities and equipment while providing support to the R&D Team. This role includes routine service and repair of equipment, set up of new equipment, training of new equipment users, selected calibration tasks, and contribution to new or improved standard operating procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lab Duties

• Maintain high-level operation and availability of laboratory instruments and equipment
• Support the longevity of laboratory equipment with regularly scheduled service and operator oversight
• Become our first contact for training and supporting new users on lab instruments
• Update the department on the operational status of equipment monthly
• Assess and propose solutions to instrument problems
• Communicate with distributors to facilitate non-routine repairs
• Prepare purchase requisitions for the Cell Chemistry Team and the laboratory
• Maintain general cleanliness and safety in the lab environment
• Oversight of the shared weekly cleaning schedule
• Partial of complete gas cylinder inventory management
• Attend training or educational seminars to expand understanding of our equipment capabilities
• Write and update standard operating procedures for laboratory equipment and methods
• Occasional assistance with data collection.

Calibration Duties

• Interact with external calibration contractors as required
• Coordinate with calibration supervisor to perform the scheduled calibrations on R&D equipment
• Regular verification of instrument performance

Research Duties

• Research support depends on the candidate’s career aspirations and abilities. This will involve working under the guidance of research scientists and assisting in developing new R&D methods and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc. in Chemistry or Physics with broad experience operating lab instrumentation, or 2-year Technical/College Diploma with relevant experience.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with proven ability to identify, evaluate and solve problems.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience with any of Labview/C/C++/Scripting languages (such as Python or Ruby)/Unix or Linux shell scripting would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment.
• Basic mechanical proficiency/manual dexterity is required and additional experience is considered an asset.
• Experience working in an industrial research laboratory would be an asset.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office

Note:This is an on-site position.

The company has strict COVID-19 protocols in place for all employees to follow to ensure the health and safety of everyone. All employees and visitors are required to be fully vaccinated. Visitors must be able to provide proof of vaccination upon entry.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to our inclusive working environment, regular social activities and casual attire, our employees enjoy the Moli Perks – excellent company-paid benefits package, pension plan with employer contributions and 3 weeks’ annual vacation to start, professional development and other training opportunities.

E-One Moli Energy (Canada) Limited values diversity in the workplace and is committed to employment equity. To apply for this position, send your resume and cover letter via email and include the position title in your email subject.