Lead Electrochemical/Cell Engineer - Stealth Startup : Job Details

Company Description: We are a venture backed stealth startup in the climate tech sector focused on developing multiple innovative solutions for carbon removal and industrial decarbonization. We are a team of passionate individuals who are committed to creating innovative solutions that address the pressing environmental issues facing our planet today. We are looking for a talented and experienced Electrochemist/Chemical Engineer/Materials Scientist to join our team and help us in our mission to develop multiple cutting-edge technologies that will enable us to us to achieve net-zero by 2050.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of industrial processes, experience in process, electrode, fuel cell, battery, or electrolyzer development, and a passion for solving complex problems in the climate technology sector. You will work closely with a team of engineers, scientists, and researchers to design, test, and optimize electrochemical technologies that can be used to tackle several issues in the climate sector.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Conducting research and analysis to develop new chemical processes and material selection that will be used to build a next generation portfolio of climate related technologies
• Designing and testing prototypes of new stacks to optimize their efficiency, reliability, and scalability
• Collaborating with other members of the engineering team to integrate chemical processes into larger systems
• Systems level thinking, able to link experiments, feasibility, and performance of back to technoeconomic assessments and prioritize accordingly
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental data to inform the design and development of new products and processes

Desired Qualifications:

• Masters Degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5 years post PhD, 10 years post B.S. of experience in Echem development and optimization
• Strong knowledge of chemical reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena
• Experience with analytical laboratory equipment and instrumentation such as gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, X-Ray Diffraction, and electrochemical characterization methods (EIS, CV, Polarization)
• Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis of data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced startup environment
• Experience with industrial electrochemistry and electrolyzers is a plus

If you are a highly motivated and creative individual with a passion for sustainability and a proven track record of success in chemical engineering, we would love to hear from you. We offer a competitive and equity package, comprehensive benefits package, and a dynamic and collaborative work environment. If you are passionate about creating a sustainable future and want to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply.