Job Summary:
The candidate will spearhead research efforts aimed at developing cuttingedge recycling processes for lithiumion and solidstate batteries with a focus on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) based cathodes. This role involves leading a team of researchers and engineers in designing innovative methods for recovering valuable materials from battery waste while optimizing efficiency and environmental sustainability. The Team Leader will collaborate across departments to bring new recycling technologies from concept to commercial scale.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Team Management: Guide and manage the R&D team dedicated to battery recycling projects setting goals providing mentorship and ensuring the successful of projects.
- Innovative Process Development: Lead the design and development of advanced recycling techniques for lithiumion and solidstate batteries with a special focus on LFPbased cathodes.
- Project Planning and : Develop project plans allocate resources and manage timelines and budgets to ensure timely project completion.
- Experimental Research: Oversee labscale and pilotscale research activities including chemical and mechanical processes for battery disassembly material extraction and purification.
- Material Recovery Optimization: Focus on maximizing the recovery rate of critical materials such as lithium iron and phosphate while reducing environmental impact and costs.
- CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work with other departments including engineering manufacturing and environmental compliance to translate R&D findings into practical and scalable recycling solutions.
- Regulatory Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all R&D activities comply with safety standards and environmental regulations specific to battery recycling.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze research data generate technical reports and present findings to stakeholders. Recommend process improvements and new technology adoption based on research results.
- Continuous Learning: Stay informed on industry advancements emerging recycling technologies and battery chemistry trends particularly related to lithiumion and solidstate batteries.
Qualifications:
- Education: Masters degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering Materials Science Electrochemistry or a related field.
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in battery recycling materials recovery or battery R&D with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Extensive knowledge of lithiumion and solidstate battery chemistries particularly LFPbased cathodes.
- Skills:
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- Expertise in battery materials recycling processes and chemical extraction techniques.
- Familiarity with labscale experimentation pilotscale testing and process scaleup.
- Ability to work with complex data and present findings clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in analytical techniques such as Xray diffraction (XRD) scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis.
- Experience with process modeling software and data analysis tools.
Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily conducted in laboratory and pilotscale facilities with potential exposure to chemicals dust and high temperatures.
- Occasional travel may be required for conferences technical meetings or collaboration with industry partners.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Full time permanent contract position
- Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience
- Professional development
- Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
- Supportive work environment
- Worklife balance