Battery Technology Cost Analyst

About Influit Energy

Influit Energy is pioneering the future of energy storage with our revolutionary nanoelectrofuel (NEF) flow battery technology. Our rechargeable fuel system combines the rapid refueling of combustion engines with the clean efficient performance of electric batteries, offering a transformative solution for heavy-duty transportation, grid storage, and mobile power applications.

Founded as a spinout from Illinois Institute of Technology and Argonne National Laboratory, and backed by the U.S. Department of Energy, Department of Defense, NASA, and leading investors. We are scaling a breakthrough technology that delivers high energy density, rapid refueling in minutes, non-flammable operation, and indefinite storage without degradation.

Based in the Chicago area, our team of world-class engineers and scientists is moving from R&D to commercialization and we are building an exceptional team to help reshape how the world stores and delivers energy.

Position Overview

We are seeking a PhD-level engineer or chemist with deep knowledge of chemistry, electrochemistry, or materials science to develop comprehensive cost models for next-generation battery technologies. This high-impact role will translate complex technical processes into rigorous economic models that guide commercialization, investment, and market strategy. This full-time position is based in our Chicago office.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Modeling & Economic Analysis

• Build LCOS and LCOE models tailored to NEF and benchmarked against other emerging chemistries.
• Translate material, process, and manufacturing insights into accurate cost projections.
• Perform sensitivity analyses and scenario planning to assess scaling pathways and supply chain dynamics.

Technology Assessment & Market Intelligence

• Evaluate emerging battery technologies and assess their commercial viability, cost competitiveness, and economic implications.
• Conduct comprehensive market research on technology trends, competitive positioning, and adoption barriers.
• Develop technical-economic roadmaps to guide commercialization strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Support

• Collaborate with R&D, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to integrate technical progress into cost models.
• Standardize methodologies and best practices for battery technology cost analysis.
• Support internal diligence and deployment strategy decisions with rigorous technical-economic insights.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership and strategic partners.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• Strong foundation in electrochemistry, energy storage systems, and battery technologies.
• Ability to understand and model complex chemical and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to understand and model complex chemical and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with techno-economic modeling, cost analysis and economic evaluation methods.
• Ability to translate technical detail into clear, actionable insights.
• Proficiency in programming and modeling tools (Python, R, MATLAB, or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing processes, supply chain, or scaling of advanced technologies.
• Academic or project experience in consulting, corporate strategy, or technology assessment.
• Published research or technical-economic studies in energy storage.
• Experience presenting to technical and business audiences.

Key Success Metrics

• Accuracy and impact of LCOS/LCOE and cost models.
• Quality of strategic recommendations that inform commercialization decisions.
• Effectiveness of collaboration across technical and business teams.
• Contribution to competitive positioning and deployment strategies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits such as medical, dental, short-term and long-term disability, flex spending and retirement.
• High-visibility role reporting directly to the CEO.
• Opportunity to shape the commercialization of a cutting-edge battery technology and work with industry leaders.
• Professional development support, including conferences and advanced training.
• A collaborative environment bridging engineering, science, and business strategy.
• Significant growth potential in the rapidly expanding energy storage sector.

Application Requirements

Please submit your resume and cover letter, along with examples of projects or work that highlight your experience in cost analysis, economic modeling, or technology assessment. We are especially interested in projects that show how you’ve applied scientific or engineering expertise to deliver business or commercialization insights in energy storage or related fields.

Influit Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. US citizenship is required; sponsorship is not available.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person