Job Title: R&D Engineer - Electrolyte (Battery Material Research Division)
Location: NTU-Durapower Advance Lithium Battery Joint Lab #02-01, 1 Cleantech Loop, Singapore 637141
Overview:
We are seeking dedicated R&D Engineers specializing in electrolyte development to join our dynamic Battery Material Research Division. This role focuses on advancing high silicon-based projects, optimizing electrolytes for high-voltage, high-power, and high-safety applications, particularly in the realm of solid-state battery technology.
Key Responsibilities:
ยท Electrolyte Formulation: Lead and contribute to the development and optimization of electrolyte formulations tailored for high silicon-based battery projects, emphasizing enhanced performance, safety, and stability.
ยท Integration of Silicon Anodes: Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to effectively integrate high-capacity silicon anodes into battery systems, addressing challenges related to volume expansion, cycling stability, and interface engineering.
ยท Experimental Design and Analysis: Design and execute experiments using coin and pouch cell configurations to evaluate and iterate on electrolyte performance. Analyze data to inform the enhancement of battery characteristics.
ยท Collaborative Research Initiatives: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including materials scientists, physicists, and mechanical engineers, to drive innovation in battery technology. Contribute actively to the advancement of solid-state battery research.
ยท Documentation and Reporting: Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, results, and analysis. Prepare technical reports and presentations contributing to scientific publications or patents.
Requirements:
ยท Bachelor's degree or higher in Material Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
ยท Proficiency in electrolyte chemistry and its significance in battery performance.
ยท Strong grasp of battery materials, with a focus on high silicon-based projects.
ยท Prior experience or demonstrable skills in experimental design and hands-on work with coin or pouch cell fabrication and testing.
Preferred Skills:
ยท Prior exposure in Project & R&D laboratory setting
ยท Experience or exposure to solid-state battery technology and solid electrolytes.
ยท Familiarity with software tools for data analysis and simulation in battery research.
ยท Any prior experience in industrial R&D, especially in battery or energy storage-related projects, would be advantageous.
ยท Knowledge or exposure to characterization techniques (e.g., impedance spectroscopy, SEM, TEM, X-ray techniques) is advantageous but not mandatory.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in battery materials, particularly in harnessing the potential of high silicon-based projects and advancing the development of next-generation solid-state batteries. Join us in shaping the future of energy storage technology!