Research Engineer

Research Engineer                 
Reports To: Senior Staff Scientist
Coreshell's metallurgical Silicon anode technology delivers high capacity, fast-charging, and superior safety. Our low-cost liquid-phase nano-coating addresses critical electrode-surface degradation issues and enables batteries with a Silicon-dominant anode that have higher energy density, superior intrinsic thermal safety, and significantly lower cost/kWh compared to current LIBs. Our Si anode material is 50% the cost of graphite and 100% domestically sourced. We strive to transform the global automotive market by enabling low-cost and long-range EVs as a first step towards net-zero sustainability in the near future.
Position: We’re looking for a Research Engineer with experience in chemistry who is interested in performing breakthrough battery R&D to improve Lithium-Ion Battery performance.
We offer a hands-on opportunity to:

• Help develop an exciting new technology and experience the growth of an early-stage startup.
• Learn how to use advanced thin-film & electrochemical synthesis & characterization tools at Coreshell’s labs.
• Cultivate laboratory, data analysis and experimental skills that can be applied in any R&D environment.

Core Responsibilities: The ideal candidate has a strong background in chemistry with significant laboratory experience and can act on his/her own initiative to troubleshoot problems. Familiarity with basic electrochemistry is also desired. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting scientists by synthesizing and characterizing new thin-film coating materials and new battery materials.
• Evaluate electrochemical performance of coating and battery materials in test cells.
• Analyze data and report results weekly.

Requirements:

• Completed courses in Chemistry with laboratory component.
• Previous experience modeling and analyzing data using Python, Matlab, JMP or similar.
• Some previous experience working in a battery or electrochemistry lab is preferred but not essential.
• Able to safely handle chemicals and safely work in a laboratory setting.
• Interested in a career in science & technology and passionate about the clean energy space.

Required Qualifications: B.S./B.A. in Chemistry
Location & Benefits: San Leandro, CA. Full-time. Salary range is $72,000 - $96,000. Salary and equity options depend on experience. Dental, vision, healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received.

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