Senior Electrochemical Systems Engineer RD - Iron Salt Battery mfd

Are you excited about making renewable energy available 24/7 Are you enthusiastic about flow battery technology in revolutionizing energy storage systems Do you have a passion for conducting rigorous handson testing and analysis Then apply now to be our next Electrochemical Systems Engineer in VoltStorages R&D department. You will play a vital role in advancing our Iron Salt Battery technology through electrochemical systems development modeling and scaling from bench top to pilot scale. This is your chance to be at the forefront of a clean energy future.

Hi!
Im John Head of Research & Development at VoltStorage GmbH a Munichbased startup with currently about 75 employees. In 2016 Michael Jakob and Felix founded VoltStorage. Our vision was and is to make renewable energy available 24/7 to enable a green sustainable and fair future. As an expert for stationary flow batteries we want to cover all application areas of stationary battery storage systems with our multitechnological approach and thus contribute significantly to the energy transition.

To keep our big project moving forward I am currently looking for a

Senior Electrochemical Systems R&D Engineer Iron Salt Battery (m/f/d).

You will play a vital role in advancing our Iron Salt Battery technology through electrochemical systems development modeling and scaling from bench top to pilot scale.

Tasks

• Become an expert in the Iron Salt Battery electrochemical systems and submodules
• Design and execute experiments to characterize subsystems and gather critical data for scaling
• Develop mathematical models of the battery systems based on mass and energy balances and electrochemistry
• Innovate and challenge existing assumptions to enhance module concepts and generate valuable intellectual property
• Collaborate closely with crossfunctional teams (including mechanical engineering software development and electronics) to support system automation engineering and scaling
• Lead root cause analyses to enhance system reliability and performance
• Continuously evaluate and enhance testing methodologies ensuring accuracy repeatability and efficiency

Requirements

• Masters degree or higher in Chemical Engineering Electrochemical Engineering Chemistry Physics or related field
• Proficient in describing electrochemical systems using mass and energy balances and electrochemical relationships
• 35 years professional experience in battery fuel cell or electrolyzer development and innovation
• Strong knowledge of electrochemical testing methodologies including electrochemical analytical techniques cell performance evaluation and environmental testing
• Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to prioritize tasks manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Adaptability to evolving project requirements and a dynamic research environment
• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to laboratory protocols

Benefits

• Fixed training budget per employee
• Flexible working hours
• Unlimited access to over 4500 sports facilities with Wellpass
• Subsidised DeutschlandTicket
• Freely selectable further training with our partner Sparrks Coaching
• Home office possible
• Regular team events
• Aboveaverage development opportunities
• Subsidy for bike leasing in the amount of 25 per month
• Lunch offer by Bella&Bona
• modern sunlit environments generous break zones and an exclusive rooftop terrace onsite (from end of 2023: Detmoldstr.Mnchen)

If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind regards

John