The position sits within a global R&D team and involves close collaboration with research partners, academic institutions, and cross-functional engineering groups.

The ideal candidate is deeply curious and motivated to explore emerging battery technologies through experimentation and analysis. They are comfortable working on open-ended problems where research directions may evolve as new results emerge. They combine strong hands-on laboratory skills with rigorous analytical thinking and are interested in bridging scientific understanding with practical engineering outcomes.

They must thrive in collaborative, research-focused environments and bring energy to cross-disciplinary problem solving, technical innovation, and the advancement of next-generation battery technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• ​Core Experimental Research:

  • Design, fabricate, and assemble battery cells and experimental test structures from laboratory scale through pilot scale.
  • Perform electrochemical characterization including CCCV cycling, rate capability testing, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), cyclic voltammetry (CV), and related diagnostic methods.
  • Disassemble and analyze cells to investigate degradation mechanisms and performance behavior.
  • Conduct materials and structural characterization using techniques such as SEM, TEM, EDS, XRD, X-ray imaging, ICP analysis, and related analytical methods.
  • Analyze experimental data and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and internal discussions.
  • Investigate relationships between materials, processing conditions, operating conditions, and electrochemical performance.

• Research Planning and Collaboration:

  • Develop and execute experimental plans to evaluate emerging battery concepts including advanced chemistries, solid-state systems, innovative cell architectures, and new fabrication methods.
  • Collaborate with global research teams, academic partners, and cross-functional engineering groups.
  • Contribute to invention disclosures, patents, technical publications, and internal technology strategy discussions.

• Laboratory and Infrastructure Development:

  • Support development and improvement of laboratory processes, experimental equipment, and testing methodologies.
  • Contribute to development of new experimental capabilities, automation approaches, and research workflows.
  • Maintain safe laboratory practices and contribute to the organization and operation of battery research facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Physics, or a related field.
• Or Master's in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Physics, or a related field + 3 years relevant work experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with batteries, electrochemical systems, materials characterization, or experimental laboratory research.
• Understanding of lithium-ion battery fundamentals and electrochemistry.
• Experience with experimental design, data collection, and technical analysis.
• Ability to work independently in a laboratory environment while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Qualifications