Battery Cell Materials Engineer

Number of employees

5500

Newark, CA, United States

Posted on: 2021-02-28

Category: emobility

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

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About the company:

Lucid is the new generation of EV. Our relentless focus on innovation, luxury, and sustainability drives us into a reality where you no longer have to choose between doing great things, doing the right thing, and doing everything with the highest regard for efficiency and design. There were luxury cars, then EVs, now there’s Lucid.  

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
 
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
 
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are currently seeking a Battery Cell Materials Engineer with practical experience in EV batteries and passion to advance battery cell technology. This position requires strong scientific background in electrochemistry, cell materials, and cell design application. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, and possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Notice regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirement as a condition of gainful employment within the United States
At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus, and the increased transmissibility with recent variants, all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States, must provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses) based on the manufacturer's guidelines on their first day of employment.
 
Individuals seeking a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team.
 
To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Role:

  • Lead and execute development of battery cell materials, including anode, cathode, separator, and electrolyte
  • Work cross-functionally to brainstorm and co-develop new cell concepts and specifications
  • Work hands-on to produce electrodes and build cells to assess performance in energy density, power density, DCR, heat generation, and cycle life
  • Perform materials characterization, analysis, and selection; collaborate with modeling engineers to develop understanding and build technical roadmaps and plans
  • Develop and execute collaboration strategies and programs with advanced material vendors
  • Design and conduct experiments internally and with vendors to optimize electrode material, performance, and safety
  • Design and document material or electrode processing parameters and communicate key learnings to cross-functional teams to drive innovation and development
  • Qualifications:

  • Deep understanding of the physics and fundamentals of lithium ion batteries
  • Experience in materials characterization and applying appropriate or developing new analytical techniques to understand material properties
  • Ability to identify correlations between material properties and device performance
  • Excellent problem solving and experimental design approach, driven by curiosity and attention to detail
  • Experience working with external parties to drive battery material development, cell design optimization, and cell manufacturing processes
  • Demonstrated track record of successful introduction and development of new material to full cell production
  • Excellent communication skills in both technical and non-technical environments – experience communicating with external parties and building strong new relationships is a plus
  • B.S. degree or higher in engineering or science and at least 3 years of industry experience (fewer for candidates with advanced degrees)
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