Job Description
A Battery Engineer responsible for developing and testing lithium-ion battery components and full cells, analyzing performance data, and collaborating across teams to advance next-generation industrial batteries for clean energy applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute experiments on pouch full cells, including slurry coating, electrolyte optimization, and cell design.
- Perform failure analysis on pouch full and prototype cells to identify root causes.
- Apply data analysis, statistical methods, and modeling to interpret test results and inform design.
- Communicate experimental plans, results, and insights to internal teams and external customers.
- Develop new testing techniques to detect challenges early in battery development.
- Collaborate with technical teams and external partners to support battery development projects.
Requirements
- At least a B.S. in engineering or science and 4 years of experience in batteries or related field, or fewer years for candidates with an advanced degree.
- Strong technical background with experience in lithium-ion batteries including different process steps such as slurry preparation, coating, cell design, and cell tear down.
- Ability to carefully plan and implement multiple projects simultaneously.
- Well-organized and data-driven approach to problem solving and experimental design, driven by curiosity and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in using databases and data analysis tools such as JMP and Python.
- Exceptional communication abilities with both internal groups and external customers.
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a laptop, copier, and printer.
- Ability to pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection as needed.
- Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment including a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.
- Ability to operate in a laboratory environment and perform experiments in pouch full cells, including slurry coating, electrolyte optimization, cell design and integration, and electrochemical testing.
- Experience in performing thorough failure analysis in small pouch full and prototype cells to identify root causes.
- Ability to apply advanced data analysis, statistical methods, and modeling techniques to interpret test results, predict performance, and inform design iterations.
- Understanding of lab safety best practices.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10 times per year.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $128,000 to $162,000 (base pay)
Work schedule: Not explicitly specified
Work environment perks: Onsite work, ability to wear personal protective equipment, opportunity for domestic and international travel
Additional benefits: Competitive total rewards package including benefits, perks, and equity
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