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# Quality Control Technician at Solid Power

- **Company:** Solid Power
- **Location:** Thornton, CO
- **Posted:** 2025-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-04
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/solidpower/jobs/5670303004

## Job description

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a ​day shift electrolyte Quality Control Technician​ to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next‐generation, all solid‐state rechargeable batteries.  Solid Power is a dynamic, fast‐paced, collaborative and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate will be a​ skilled chemical technician, with interest and comfort in conducting hands-on testing and experimentation. This role will work in a laboratory environment, with the primary responsibility being the efficient and accurate chemical, physical and mechanical analysis of solid-state battery electrolytes.

Job Duties:

- Follow and document standard sample preparation testing procedures under the guidance of senior technicians and scientists.
- Assist in more specialized sample preparation and testing, both at Solid Power and in partnership with Solid Power’s contractors and partners.
- Maintain test equipment in clean and proper working conditions, and support manufacturer maintenance and repair as needed.
- Assist with equipment calibration as needed.
- Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure analytical testing procedures provide sufficient and timely feedback.
- Assist in writing SOPs, contribute to technical reports, specification setting, CTQ determination, and deliver other requested technical data as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Highschool Diploma/GED or Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing or analytical laboratory environment desired.
- Hands-on experience working with various analytical tools, particularly BET, PSA, ICP, GC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, DSC, Karl Fischer.
- Experience in inorganic chemistry and/or method development is desirable.
- Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Comfort and competence with the responsible, safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.

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Willingness to work weekends as needed to support business and production needs. Weekend work is not a regular or mandatory part of the schedule, but flexibility is appreciated when business needs arise.

Physical Requirements

- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
- Ability to wear PPE including occasional respirator protection.
- Ability to work in dry room environment, gloveboxes, and chemistry lab.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR

Hourly Range: $26.00 - $33.00/hour

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, generous PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our equity plan.

Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.

Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

#LI-Onsite

#-RM1

## About Solid Power

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Solid Power is a U.S.-based leader in all-solid-state battery technology, developing next-generation sulfide-based solid electrolytes and cell designs for longer-range, lower-cost, and safer electric vehicles.
- **Entity Type**: Public (ticker: SLDP on Nasdaq)
- **Headquarters**: Louisville, Colorado, USA (with additional facilities in Thornton, CO and a local office in Seoul, South Korea)
- **Founded**: 2011
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Energy storage / electric vehicle battery technology
- **Target customers**: B2B – OEM automakers (BMW, Ford, Hyundai, etc.) and Tier 1 battery manufacturers (SK On, Samsung SDI, etc.)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To envision a future of clean, sustainable, battery-powered mobility. We believe a better battery is required – a new breed of battery that looks, acts, and is built like today’s lithium-ion batteries, but with longer life, increased safety, and lower costs.” (Source: [solidpowerbattery.com/about](https://www.solidpowerbattery.com/about/company-profile/default.aspx))

## Products & Services
- **Sulfide Solid Electrolyte**: Proprietary sulfide-based solid electrolyte designed for high ionic conductivity and compatibility with standard roll-to-roll lithium-ion manufacturing. Sold separately and used in all Solid Power cell types. (Source: [solidpowerbattery.com](https://solidpowerbattery.com/))
- **Silicon EV Cell**: All-solid-state cell with high-content silicon anode and NMC cathode – targeting 390 Wh/kg and 930 Wh/L, 1,000+ cycle life. Designed as a drop-in replacement for current Li-ion production lines. (Source: [solidpowerbattery.com](https://solidpowerbattery.com/))
- **Lithium Metal EV Cell**: All-solid-state cell using a lithium metal anode – targeting 440 Wh/kg with ultra-low cost and high specific energy. (Source: [investor presentation](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf))
- **Conversion Reaction Cell**: All-solid-state cell employing a conversion-type cathode for reduced battery pack mass and cost. (Source: [investor presentation](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf))
- **Cell Technology Licensing**: Partners (e.g., BMW, SK On) license Solid Power’s cell designs and manufacturing know-how to produce all-solid-state cells at scale. (Source: [solidpowerbattery.com](https://solidpowerbattery.com/))

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $636 million as of June 11, 2026 (Source: [investor presentation](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf))
- **Key Metric**: Total liquidity of $435.3 million as of March 31, 2026 (debt-free balance sheet) (Source: [investor presentation](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf))
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, Hyundai, Samsung SDI, SK On, SK Innovation, Volta Energy Technologies, Umicore, A123 Systems, Sanoh, Solvay. (Sources: [jobs page](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/solidpower) and [investor relations](https://solidpowerbattery.com/))
- **Growth Signals**: ~230 employees; pilot cell production lines in Louisville, CO; 30 MT annual electrolyte capacity (expanding to 75 MT by end of 2026); BMW has licensed cell technology and introduced an i7 test vehicle with Solid Power cells; SK On commissioned a pilot cell line in South Korea; over 25 issued US patents and ~100 pending US patent applications. (Source: [investor presentation](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf))

## Competitive Advantages
- **Sulfide-based solid electrolyte** – best balance of ionic conductivity and processability for mass production on existing Li-ion equipment.
- **Capital-light partner model** – supplies electrolytes and licenses cell technology rather than building gigafactories, reducing risk.
- **Integrated electrolyte-and-cell feedback loop** – rapid chemistry improvements and de-risked customer adoption.
- **Strong IP portfolio** (25+ issued US patents, 100+ pending, plus trade secrets).
- **Strategic partnerships** with global automotive and battery leaders (BMW, Ford, SK On, Samsung SDI) providing validation and commercialization pathways.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling electrolyte production** – expanding pilot capacity (30→75 MT/year) and validating continuous manufacturing processes.
- **Commercial readiness by 2027+** – targeting commercial-scale electrolyte production in South Korea via partner-enabled pathways.
- **Deepening ecosystem integration** – cell technology licensed by BMW and SK On; evaluation agreements with Samsung SDI.
- **Capital-light growth** – 2026 cash investment expected at $85M–$100M (down from prior years), preserving strong balance sheet.

## Why Work Here
- **Collaborative culture**: Described as “highly collaborative, based on trust and mutual respect” with “honest and transparent communication.” (Source: [careers page](https://solidpowerbattery.com/careers/))
- **Purpose-driven work**: Employees are “passionate about building a green, sustainable future” through revolutionary battery technology. (Source: [jobs page](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/solidpower))
- **Engineering excellence**: Team of “incredibly talented and creative engineers and scientists” who take pride and ownership in their work. (Source: [careers page](https://solidpowerbattery.com/careers/))
- **Locations**: Offices/labs in Louisville, CO (HQ) and Thornton, CO; also a small office in Seoul, South Korea. Remote/hybrid policy not specified, but roles appear onsite (Production Operator I/II, Scientific SW Engineer, Maintenance Engineering Manager).
- **Perks**: Not explicitly listed, but working at a publicly traded, well-funded ($435M liquidity) deep-tech company with major automotive partners offers strong growth opportunities and mission-driven impact.

## Sources
1. [solidpowerbattery.com/careers](https://solidpowerbattery.com/careers/)
2. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/solidpower](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/solidpower)
3. [solidpowerbattery.com/about/company-profile](https://www.solidpowerbattery.com/about/company-profile/default.aspx)
4. [solidpowerbattery.com (homepage/IR)](https://solidpowerbattery.com/)
5. [Investor Presentation June 2026 (PDF)](https://s202.q4cdn.com/841762012/files/doc_presentations/2026/Jun/12/Investor-Presentation-June-2026.pdf)

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