R&D Engineer - Electrolyte (Battery Material Research Division)

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:

· 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.

· 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.

· 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.

· 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.

· Documentation and Reporting: Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures, results, and analysis. Prepare technical reports and presentations contributing to scientific publications or patents.

Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree or higher in Material Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.

· Proficiency in electrolyte chemistry and its significance in battery performance.

· Strong grasp of battery materials, with a focus on high silicon-based projects.

· Prior experience or demonstrable skills in experimental design and hands-on work with coin or pouch cell fabrication and testing.

Preferred Skills:

· Prior exposure in Project & R&D laboratory setting

· Experience or exposure to solid-state battery technology and solid electrolytes.

· Familiarity with software tools for data analysis and simulation in battery research.

· Any prior experience in industrial R&D, especially in battery or energy storage-related projects, would be advantageous.

· 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!