Full-Time

Fabrication Technician

3D Printing

Posted on 8/17/2024

Ample

Ample

201-500 employees

Modular battery swapping for electric vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy

Junior, Mid

San Bruno, CA, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Communications
Requirements
  • Experience using/building/repairing FDM 3D printers required
  • Competency in setup, programming and operation of CNC machines to produce detailed metal parts
  • Experience with SLA printers is a plus
  • Experience with CAD software is a plus
  • Experience with chemicals/lab safety is a plus
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize between multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must be an independent worker, this position is at the intersection of multiple teams at Ample, and the employee must be capable of working with all of them with little supervision
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to give and receive clear and concise verbal and written directives
  • A learning mindset including an open mind to critical feedback
  • Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity
Responsibilities
  • Read job orders and blueprints for prototype and production parts and produce them on a variety of equipment in our machine shop.
  • Operate and repair/maintain FDM and SLA printers, including CARBON brand printers
  • Set up 3- and 5-axis CNC machines, including tooling creation, tool selection and programming
  • Prepare STL models for printing based on the design requirements and project timetables
  • Provide feedback to engineers and designers to create parts which are well suited to additive manufacturing without compromising functionality or scalability
  • Interpret CAD designs and drawings to ensure finished products meet the required quality and functionality standards
  • Manage inventory of 3D printed parts and work with Ample’s inventory team to make sure projects are ready to move from design to assembly on time and with all the required parts
  • Manage the purchase/storage/disposal of materials and equipment including filament, resin, solvents, spare parts, and PPE
  • Maintain good working relationships with relevant suppliers
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
  • Run multiple machines of different types, including scheduling jobs to maximize productivity.

Ample provides a solution for electric vehicle (EV) charging through modular battery swapping, allowing any EV to be fully charged in under five minutes. This method is much faster than traditional charging and is designed to be compatible with all EV models, meaning no redesign is needed by car manufacturers. Ample's charging stations are also more cost-effective to build and install, making energy prices 10-20% lower than gasoline. The stations are lightweight and can be quickly deployed in urban areas, allowing for rapid scaling to meet demand. Additionally, Ample focuses on sustainability by utilizing renewable energy sources like wind and solar, and their modular batteries are designed to improve over time, ensuring customers benefit from advancements in battery technology.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$307.1M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ample secured $25 million from Mitsubishi for expansion and sustainability initiatives.
  • Partnership with Stellantis integrates battery swap capabilities into major automotive brands.
  • Rapid deployment of lightweight stations allows quick adaptation to new demand.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Chinese companies like NIO with faster swapping times.
  • Challenge of gaining traction in the US market for battery swapping.
  • Dependency on partnerships with large automotive companies like Stellantis.

What makes Ample unique

  • Ample offers modular battery swapping, charging EVs in under five minutes.
  • Their stations are 3-10 times cheaper to build than conventional fast-charging stations.
  • Ample's technology is compatible with any EV, broadening their potential client base.

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