R&D Engineer

Position Description

Ambri, an energy company commercializing innovative battery technology developed at MIT, is seeking an R&D Engineer to support the post-mortem cell analysis and materials characterization of liquid metal battery cells and components. This individual will utilize analytical laboratory techniques and instrumentation to collect and interpret data for the purposes of failure mode identification and mitigation, novel design evaluation, quality assurance, and understanding the fundamental behavior of materials during cell operation. These techniques will include Scanning Electron Microcopy (SEM), X-Ray Fluorescence Analysis (XRF), and X-Ray Diffraction Analysis (XRD) among others. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting product development through hands-on data collection and imaging of samples, interpretation and analysis of results, and documentation and communication of findings
• Maintaining an efficient working environment through the maintenance and upkeep of analytical instrumentation, stocking of consumables and lab supplies, and organization of the sample storage inventory
• Expanding the analytical capabilities of the team through development of new and improved analytical approaches or methods of sample preparation
• Assuring the consistency of results through the documentation of operating procedures and written instructions

Requirements

• BS degree in Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a similar field. Candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Ability to understand the fundamental scientific principles underlying the operation of a liquid metal battery, including basic concepts within the following topics: electrochemistry, chemical thermodynamics and phase transitions, and mechanical properties of materials.
• Familiarity working in a laboratory environment and the ability to understand and follow basic laboratory safety practices.
• Previous experience operating an SEM or XRF or working with the acquired data is preferred.
• Self-motivating individual, capable of establishing and adhering to suitable project timelines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Why work at Ambri?

Ambri offers its employees a fantastic opportunity to advance a career while commercializing a transformative technology that will change the entire electricity industry. We are a venture capital-backed company with high-integrity leadership that is focused on making positive change. You’ll be working on a novel liquid metal battery technology in an environment that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking while driving towards results. Our team is small, and you’ll have the opportunity to take on a great deal of responsibility. We have a top-tier benefits package and extra employee perks such as weekly company lunches and semi-annual community service outings.

About Ambri

Ambri is an MIT-spin-out company that is commercializing an innovative grid-scale electricity storage technology that will transform the way power grids are operated worldwide. Ambri’s ‘Liquid Metal Battery’ will lower electricity costs, enable more widespread adoption of renewable resources like wind and solar, and improve grid reliability. Ambri is headquartered in Marlborough, MA. The company is backed by top-tier investors including Khosla Ventures, KLP Enterprises, Bill Gates, Total and GVB. We are constantly seeking intelligent, creative and ambitious individuals to join our team to help us change the world.

Ambri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. Ambri does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability or serious medical condition, protected genetic information, political beliefs, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.