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Thornton, Colorado, United States

On-site

Energy Storage

Research & Development

17 days ago

$108,000 - $174,000

About Solid Power

Solid Power is seeking a Materials Engineer to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

About the Role

The Materials Engineer will be a part of the Electrolyte Technologies team, assisting personnel on a variety of projects relating to solid-state electrolytes, with a specific focus on critical material scaleup, process development, synthesis & characterization.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to experimental designs toward the discovery and characterization of next-generation electrolytes and electrode materials
  • Conduct highly systematic DOEs toward critical path material development
  • Conduct relevant characterization (e.g. physical and electrochemical ionic transport) on electrolytes and electrode materials
  • Participate with cross-functional teams to introduce and execute process improvements and/or equipment upgrades to improve functionality and manufacturability
  • Maintain thorough and accurate records of all conducted experimentation
  • Interface with Cell Technologies team for the ASSB cell performance evaluation of the electrolytes to improve product qualities
  • Participate with cross-functional teams to develop next-generation materials and transfer developed materials and processes to the pilot scale
  • Conform to all safety precautions and protocols
  • Document and follow standard operating procedures for Solid Power’s production equipment as well as assist in drafting or editing procedures during process development
  • Mentor junior team members, operators, and interns

Requirements

  • structural chemistry
  • synthetic chemistry
  • material characterization techniques
  • hazardous materials handling
  • dry powder processes
  • wet chemical/slurry and solvent-based operations
  • problem-solving
  • analytical skills

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Phone/Internet Stipend
  • Employee Stock Options (ESO)
  • Performance Bonus