What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Scientist position at Enervenue?
"EnerVenue is building the batteries we need for grid-scale storage." - Forbes
Launched in 2020 and now backed by $125,000,000 in Series A funding, we are quickly scaling our unique (but well-proven) grid-scale batteries for the world's clean energy present and future. Our metal hydrogen batteries advance technology that has, until now, only been used in aerospace applications like the Hubble Space Telescope and International Space Station. EnerVenue's technology brings game-changing differentiation to the stationary energy storage sector: unique durability, flexibility, safety, with cradle-to-cradle environmental and full local supply chain capabilities. Come join the clean energy revolution as part of a category-defining company.
With funding and new deals with energy companies like Schlumberger, we want you to join our expanding team to build a Gigafactory and put our technology to work for customers and partners across the world. Now is the time to join EnerVenue.
We're excited to hear from you. It's an exciting time for clean energy, and an especially exciting moment to join us at EnerVenue.
EnerVenue is looking for a scientist to join our growing start-up company. You will be responsible for helping with various chemical and electrochemical aspects of battery development for advanced energy storage applications. We offer competitive compensation, friendly atmosphere, and more!
Responsibilities
- Apply chemistry first principles to provide direction for product development, material evaluations, and battery applications.
- Develop and perform experiments to realize new and improved materials with unique properties to improve performance of batteries.
- Perform electrochemical characterization, abuse testing, battery degradation and failure mode analysis to optimize battery performance and reliability.
- Perform various battery fabrication techniques and conduct battery testing and characterization including calendar life, cycle life, rate capability, cyclic voltammetry, AC impedance and others as needed.
- Perform battery abuse testing including electrical, thermal, and mechanical abuse.
- Develop test strategies, hardware and software needed to validate the performance of battery systems in an R&D environment.
- Analyze data and apply conclusions to iteratively develop experimental design.
- Generate regular progress reports and keep supervisor informed of testing status and results.
- Work independently and efficiently to meet deliverables within timeline and budgetary constraints.
Experience and Education Requirements
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or a related field, MS with 3-5 years or PhD with 2-3 years of experience.
- Exceptional knowledge of electrochemical testing methods and battery technology.
- Deep understanding of fundamental material characterization techniques and material synthesis methods.
- Familiar with various material characterization techniques, such as SEM, XRD, BET, etc.
- Basic knowledge of scientific laboratory procedures, techniques, equipment, and apparatus used in a chemistry laboratory.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety practices and precautions applicable to a chemistry laboratory.
- Ability to operate, adapt and maintain laboratory equipment effectively and safely.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Familiarity with computational chemistry and Python.
- Excellent communication, prioritization, attention to detail, and organizational skillsets
- Ability to apply research and statistical analysis techniques to make sound, data-driven conclusions.
- Ability to work multi-task with cross-functional teams.
- Strong passion for startups and energy industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
EnerVenue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed (religion), gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.