Chemical Engineer (Material)

We are seeking Chemical/Material Engineers for Battery manufacturing. Chemical Engineer will work independently and with other internal team members to accomplish the goals and projects of the department. Specifically, the Material Engineer will assist in the development and commercialization of battery chemical products to enable the next-generation of high-performance lithium batteries for electric vehicles and other devices. This role require a deep materials and chemistry experience in the production of rechargeable batteries and involves working closely with internal cross-functional teams to notably prepare, develop, optimize, validate electrodes as well as electrolyte (liquid or solid polymer-based) formulations.

Job Expectations:

• Work as a part of the R&D team with an open mind to new ideas in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate as an individual contributor and as a team member.
• Support product management to ensure robust battery products are released by preparing battery elements.
• Maintain and improve the battery preparation equipment and develop strategies to benchmark new products, i.e., formulation of electrodes, advanced liquid electrolyte and, polymers based solid-electrolyte.
• Develop and execute the design of experiments to access the performance and lifetime of lithium-ion batteries
• Perform various battery fabrication techniques, ranging from lab-scale manufacturing of electrodes and electrolytes to the electrochemical cells (coin/pouch cells and others).
• Verbal and digital communication of data and results on a daily and weekly basis.
• Efficient time management skills and safety awareness.
• Actively supporting and promoting safety culture.
• Maintain 5S: clean, safe, and organized working environments.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering with a focus on battery.
• 3+ years of experience in industry or development labs working with battery manufacturing.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Battery Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person