Electrode Scientist/Engineer

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets including Li-Ion Batteries. Forge Nano is seeking an Electrode Scientist/Engineer join their Energy Storage Design and Manufacturing Team. This position will focus on the day-to-day electrode process operation of Forge Nano's MWh Battery Prototyping Line.

The Electrode Scientist/Engineer should be prepared to work in fast-paced development and prototyping environment. The role requires a detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working with an interdisciplinary team of scientists, technicians, and engineers. The Electrode Scientist/Engineer will report to the Prototype Line's Lead Engineer.

Experience with Li-ion cell production scale up and Li-ion industrial manufacturing processes are both desirable skill sets.

Skills and Responsibilities

The Electrode Scientist/Engineer may be responsible for tasks and skills such as (non-exhaustive):

• Lead the electrode production activities on the battery prototyping line, overseeing the entire process
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale up electrode production from lab-scale to pilot line
• Develop and optimize electrode manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality
• Conduct in-depth analyses of electrode production data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Troubleshoot and address issues related to electrode production in real-time
• Work closely with R&D to integrate new electrode technologies into pilot line operations
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the electrode production team
• Document and maintain detailed records of electrode production processes and procedures
• Implement safety and quality procedures
• Develop and maintain SOPs

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field or 5 years' experience working in battery manufacturing
• 3-5 years' experience in a battery manufacturing environment
• Experience leading/mentoring junior staff
• Operate manufacturing equipment hands-on, ensuring smooth processes and addressing issues promptly for reliable production
• Experience in Lithium-ion Battery development and/or production

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Slot-die coating experience
• Familiarity with semi-automated cylindrical cell assembly
• Exposure to safety certification testing

Work Environment

Work predominantly will be in a manufacturing environment. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, lab coat, and in the plant, a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required. Forge Nano follows all recommended COVID-19 safety protocols and accepted candidates must be willing to adhere to these policies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands.

Travel

Up to 25% travel in the first year, subsequently 15% travel to vendor/client locations may be required.

Compensation

• Salary $85,000 - $105,000
• Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance available, 401(k) with company match, numerous voluntary benefits, PTO, paid holidays, Paid Parental Leave

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.