Job Description

Under general direction, the successful candidate will perform guided lab-scale experiments to characterize and develop EnPower’s electrode architecture and materials. This candidate will work with a cross-functional team in a rapid-paced and iterative environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build coin cells to analyze electrodes electrochemical performance, for example, charge/discharge rate capacity and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).
• Process datasets using analytical software and programming languages such as Python.
• Work cross-functionally with cell development team to optimize anode, cathode and separator performance for specific customer applications.
• Characterize slurries using pH probe, surface tension, and conductivity meters.
• Characterize electrode coatings using 4-point probes, SEM analysis, optical microscope, mandril test, and peel test.
• Complete lab-scale mixing, coating, and calendaring experiments.
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiatives, exercise judgment, and work independently.
• Ability to thrive under time pressures while naturally embracing changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or materials science
• Experience working in a wet lab environment
• Detailed work ethic, close attention to detail, and precise communication
• Prior experience in making and testing coin cells preferred
• Experience working with lab-scale battery testing preferred
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and perform the following for extended periods of time:
  • Standing or sitting
  • Climbing/squatting/walking
  • Repetitive motions and lifting

Additional Information

COMPANY FIT

• Creative, first-principles thinker
• Self-driven, independent, and capable of solving problems
• Willingness to continuously learn
• Effective communicator using precise language
• Ability to work in a diverse, intellectually challenging, and rapid-paced team