Lab Technician
On-site
Full Time
#Engineering
#Ray
#Python
Limelight Steel is on a mission to eliminate emissions from iron and steelmaking and build a brighter future. 8% of global CO2 emissions come from current fossil-based steelmaking processes - the largest source of industrial emissions today. Limelight Steel's electrified ironmaking technology has the potential to eliminate those emissions, significantly reduce energy use, and produce iron for cheaper than fossil-based methods.
We are a startup in Oakland, CA, backed by industry-leading climate tech investors, looking to grow our team. We are committed to building a diverse and courageous team of people motivated to make a positive impact on the world. We want to hire kind and supportive teammates who have the perseverance to achieve our audacious goal of decarbonizing steel.
Position Summary:
As our Lab Technician, you will support process development by conducting experiments, preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and ensuring lab organization and safety.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Set up and conduct experiments in accordance with provided test plans
- Cut, epoxy, and polish metallurgical samples in preparation for characterization
- Perform basic metallurgical analysis using tools such as optical microscopy and X-ray diffraction
- Maintain lab organization by properly storing and labeling tools, samples, and components.
- Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on lab equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
- Collaborate with the engineering team on data collection, sample analysis, and interpretation of experimental results
- Adhere to safety protocols and regulations, promoting a safe work environment.
Key Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in laboratory settings.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach problems analytically.
- Experience working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
- Exceptional attention to detail and diligent note-taking.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or related field
Additional Qualifications Desired:
- Proficiency in preparing and analyzing metallurgical samples.
- Familiarity with vacuum equipment.
- Experience with high-temperature furnaces and materials.
- Ability to operate various metrology equipment, such as SEM, optical microscope, XRD, and others.
- Familiarity with Python and other programming languages
Full Time Employee Benefits
- Competitive stock option package
- Comprehensive health benefits that include:
- Full premium coverage for PPO Gold for employees with 80% coverage for dependents
- Full premium coverage for Vision and Dental for employees
- Generous time-off schedule
- 20 days paid time off
- 10 holidays (personalized to the holidays you observe)
- Sustainable 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- 2x weekly catered team lunches
- A team of curious, passionate, kind, and courageous people committed to eliminating industrial emissions that contribute to climate change
- Unparalleled opportunities for growth, leadership, and project ownership in a dynamic and rapidly-growing startup company
