Entegris
R&D Battery Scientist
Entegris, Decatur, Texas, United States, 76234
At Entegris, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.Job Title:
R&D Battery ScientistWhy work at Entegris?At Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.Entegris is a values-driven culture, and our employees rally around our core PACE values:PeopleAccountabilityCreativityExcellenceThe Role:Our site in
Decatur, Texas
is seeking an
R&D Battery Scientist
to join our team. Entegris' POCO Materials is a world-leading supplier of graphite and silicon carbide products and solutions. We are looking for an experienced and innovative Battery Scientist to lead advanced battery research activities, defining needs, planning, and executing R&D activities, as well as driving scale up, characterization, and testing of materials related to battery production.What You'll Do:Synthesize novel battery anode materials and morphologies.Optimize current materials and help facilitate scaleup from lab-size to production scale.Perform lab-scale battery testing and optimize battery testing procedures.Perform materials characterization and analysis.Contribute to determining anode product strategies and aid in identifying chemical and synthesis design spaces that address current and future customer needs.Learn, establish, and leverage chemical design and synthesis rules to create anodes with optimal composition, interfacial properties, morphology, and electrochemical characteristics.Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including establishing timelines, allocating resources, and overseeing project milestones. Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on project progress.Collaborate with university and/or external research efforts.Work with internal and external customers to solve complex challenges.Other projects as assigned.What We Seek:Ph.D. in a relevant technical field, i.e., chemistry, physics, materials science, etc. with at least 2 years of hands-on battery development experience.In-depth knowledge of Li-ion battery cell materials, operation, performance, and failure modes.Knowledge and experience in evaluating material properties, including anode, electrolytes, slurry processing, cell assembly and/or cycle testing of batteries.Hands-on experience in material characterization including microscopy, spectroscopy, rheology, calorimetry, and/or mechanical testing.Demonstrated initiative and ability to handle multiple tasks.Ability to flourish as part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers.Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Highly innovative - able to connect abstract information into actionable plans.Invent and implement practical solutions to complex problems.Humility and a love of learning and solving problems.Candidate must have the capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control law.Success In This Role:An appreciation and commitment to safety and quality.Solid comprehensive problem-solving skills.Naturally curious about new technology and willingness to learn.Ability to maintain accurate records.Your ability to elevate our leadership position in the premium graphite market segment.Ability to work effectively with the extended Decatur team.What We Offer:At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match.Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year.Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.Education assistance to support your learning journey.Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.
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R&D Battery ScientistWhy work at Entegris?At Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.Entegris is a values-driven culture, and our employees rally around our core PACE values:PeopleAccountabilityCreativityExcellenceThe Role:Our site in
Decatur, Texas
is seeking an
R&D Battery Scientist
to join our team. Entegris' POCO Materials is a world-leading supplier of graphite and silicon carbide products and solutions. We are looking for an experienced and innovative Battery Scientist to lead advanced battery research activities, defining needs, planning, and executing R&D activities, as well as driving scale up, characterization, and testing of materials related to battery production.What You'll Do:Synthesize novel battery anode materials and morphologies.Optimize current materials and help facilitate scaleup from lab-size to production scale.Perform lab-scale battery testing and optimize battery testing procedures.Perform materials characterization and analysis.Contribute to determining anode product strategies and aid in identifying chemical and synthesis design spaces that address current and future customer needs.Learn, establish, and leverage chemical design and synthesis rules to create anodes with optimal composition, interfacial properties, morphology, and electrochemical characteristics.Manage multiple projects simultaneously, including establishing timelines, allocating resources, and overseeing project milestones. Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on project progress.Collaborate with university and/or external research efforts.Work with internal and external customers to solve complex challenges.Other projects as assigned.What We Seek:Ph.D. in a relevant technical field, i.e., chemistry, physics, materials science, etc. with at least 2 years of hands-on battery development experience.In-depth knowledge of Li-ion battery cell materials, operation, performance, and failure modes.Knowledge and experience in evaluating material properties, including anode, electrolytes, slurry processing, cell assembly and/or cycle testing of batteries.Hands-on experience in material characterization including microscopy, spectroscopy, rheology, calorimetry, and/or mechanical testing.Demonstrated initiative and ability to handle multiple tasks.Ability to flourish as part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers.Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Highly innovative - able to connect abstract information into actionable plans.Invent and implement practical solutions to complex problems.Humility and a love of learning and solving problems.Candidate must have the capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control law.Success In This Role:An appreciation and commitment to safety and quality.Solid comprehensive problem-solving skills.Naturally curious about new technology and willingness to learn.Ability to maintain accurate records.Your ability to elevate our leadership position in the premium graphite market segment.Ability to work effectively with the extended Decatur team.What We Offer:At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match.Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year.Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.Education assistance to support your learning journey.Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.
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