ROLE MISSION
The Senior Battery Process Engineer will report directly to the CTO and is entrusted with the mission to lead and inspire technological excellence, propelling ADVANO to the forefront of innovation in the battery materials and energy storage space, with a specific focus on advancing REALSi technologies.
The mission of this position is advancing manufacturing techniques specifically tailored for Advano’s proprietary Si/C composite materials. The overarching goal is to refine these processes to ensure they can be seamlessly scaled up, optimized for efficiency, and made cost-effective, all while focusing on the in-house development of chemical vapor deposition (CVD) coatings. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in production environments, particularly focusing on sustaining activities to ensure that manufactured products meet the target specifications. Additionally, they should have research or industry experience in PVD, CVD, and PECVD deposition technologies. Another aspect of this position involves close collaboration with materials engineers to explore and integrate innovative materials seamlessly into the existing manufacturing framework.
Together, we aim to shape the future of energy storage, providing sustainable and impactful solutions that address the evolving needs of our world and establishing ADVANO as a trailblazer in the dynamic landscape of silicon anode technology.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced Degree in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering or related field +5 years of experience is required; and 5 years of relevant work experience in the active anode or battery industry will be considered.
Lead the development of battery anode electrodes and processes for next-generation, high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries.
Innovate and assess novel silicon-carbon composite materials through laboratory-scale processes.
Implement the Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) method to apply conformal and high-quality coatings to Si/C composites.
Design and optimize CVD processes tailored specifically for Advano’s Si/C composites to identify optimal deposition parameters.
Analyze coating performance in relation to materials and process variables, continually improving the CVD process to achieve desired coating characteristics.
Evaluate electrode performances, establishing correlations with materials and process parameters, and drive process optimization to meet target cell performance specifications.
Work closely with the manufacturing team to facilitate the scale up production.
Entrepreneurial “out of the box” thinker who is creative, responsive, flexible, and able to productively challenge business paradigms.
Broad based knowledge of silicon anode materials and applications, preferably with a global perspective to effectively interact within an international marketplace with diverse internal drivers for change.
Strong ability to influence technical and business team and get consensus about the decisions taken.
Market know-how, good expertise of silicon material applications in li-ion batteries.
Proven interpersonal skills and successful key partnering demonstrated at all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to communicate with all levels of the management team, effectively listen and incorporate ideas into better solutions ensuring the achievement of company and functional goals.
Excellent written and oral presentation skills for clarity with succinct delivery of messages for organizational alignment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment.
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift laboratory products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Travel
Travel is not required for this role.
Compensation
ADVANO offers competitive pay in alignment with the market, with opportunity to grow within the organization. Benefits include company paid health, dental, and vision insurances for the employee and their dependents, life insurance, 401K match, paid paternity leave, unlimited sick time, and PTO.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Preference is given to those authorized to Work in the United States.
Application & Interview Process
Interested candidates should apply via LinkedIn or on the ADVANO Careers website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
ADVANO provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Advano provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
