In the world of energy, no area is more exciting than large-scale energy storage. From a few installations a decade ago to a market Barclays Bank says is “likely to approach the trillions,” energy storage makes wind and solar available around the clock. Invinity is taking a leading role by providing a safe, reliable, and economical alternative to conventional storage solutions.

Invinity Energy Systems, a public company trading on the London Stock Exchange, produces batteries that do not suffer the short life, fire risk and materials scarcity that hold back solutions powered by lithium-ion batteries. Invinity’s flow batteries store energy in a water-based electrolyte using vanadium, a widely available element proven in energy storage for decades. Invinity has commercial projects in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, with significant operations in Vancouver and Bathgate and offices in London and San Francisco.

We are looking for people with a passion for renewable energy to join us. People love working at Invinity because we are empowered to make a meaningful impact. We’re small enough that every team member plays a critical role in our daily business, but large enough that the batteries we build are being deployed at significant scale in landmark clean energy projects around the world.

Invinity is committed to providing equal opportunities in the workplace and follows a comprehensive Equal Opportunities Policy to ensure all employees are valued and can reach their full potential.

As an Inspector within manufacturing, you will be a vital part of the Invinity operations team, working from the company’s Vancouver facility. The role is primarily good inwards and in process inspection but will also involve working within the R&D laboratory testing and investigating chemicals and materials. You will also provide support on all incoming quality related activities within manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspection of mechanical assemblies in accordance with design specifications and inspection plans
• Carry out inspection activities including first article, in process and outgoing according to project specific requirements
• Ensure the necessary QA checks are performed and the paperwork completed on the finished product
• Document and communicate inspection results to relevant departments and manage the return or rework of defect material/product
• Schedule calibration of tools and maintain records of those used within the manufacturing environment
• Perform routine laboratory functions to support incoming testing, experiments and investigation of chemicals and material as per defined procedures and sample plans
• Record, analyse, and write reports, reviews, and summaries of the findings of experiments
• Set up, test, and adjust laboratory equipment in accordance with IES H&S procedures.
• Communicate opportunities for improvement to engineering and management teams and provide feedback on relevant quality issues
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to ensure IES quality requirements are implemented 
• Perform visual and electrical testing of electrical harnesses and assemblies as per defined procedures and sample plans

• Previous experience within an IQC environment is desired
• Experience of working within a laboratory environment is considered highly advantageous
• Highly motivated team player, with interest and ability to thrive in a technology start-up environment
• Experience and respect for safety in a chemical laboratory / production environment
• Good MS Office skills
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate complex technology issues in a clear, concise manner
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and more generally in the field of battery technologies an advantage