Position Overview:Solid Power is seeking an experienced product engineer with background in materials chemistry and battery systems to join our team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, solid-state electrolyte materials.  Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.  The product engineer will be part of the Electrolyte Systems Engineering department and work on various projects relating to the synthesis, characterization, and performance improvement of solid state electrolyte powders to better meet our customers’ needs. Job Duties:<ul><li style="font-size:12pt;">Identify key factors for success in electrolyte synthesis and downstream processing to improve product quality and performance. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Conduct relevant characterization (e.g., physical, chemical, and electrochemical) on electrolytes and electrode materials as needed to identify relationships between upstream process, material structure, and resultant properties and performance. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Participate with cross functional teams to improve electrolyte production and performance, and champion efforts to conform our product to needs expressed by the voice of the customer. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Conform to all safety precautions and protocols. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Mentor junior team members, operators, and interns. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Maintain thorough and accurate records of all conducted experimentation </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Document and follow Solid Power’s standard operating procedures and support the drafting or improvement of SOPs as processes evolve and change. </li></ul>Qualifications/Requirements:<ul><li style="font-size:12pt;">PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">3+ years of experience in the chemical manufacturing or battery industry is desirable </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Background in inorganic, solid state, or synthetic chemical discipline is desirable </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Experience in materials characterization techniques (e.g., XRD, TGA, DSC, FT-IR, Raman, SEM) and exposure to electrochemical testing methods (e.g., battery cycling, CV, EIS, GITT) </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Experience working with air- and water-sensitive materials. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Excellent work ethic and ability to rapidly demonstrate independence. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Ability to adapt to a rapidly evolving research environment </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Structured problem-solving and analytical skills </li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Ability to lift up to 50 lbs  </li></ul>Salary Range: $100,000 - $145,000/yearBenefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&amp;D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, 8 paid holidays + the week between Christmas and New Years off, Unlimited PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans. Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.    Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!#LI-Onsite#LI-RM1

Solid Power is an industry-leading developer of the next-generation of all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Possessing no volatile or flammable liquid components, our solid-state batteries are extremely energy dense while also possessing ultimate safety and reliability. Together, these performance attributes can enable profound performance improvements of battery-powered devices such as portable electronics, electric vehicles, aircraft and satellites through increased run time, increased safety and lower cost.

Senior Product Engineer

Position Overview:Solid Power is seeking an experienced product engineer with background in materials chemistry and battery systems to join our team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, solid-state electrolyte materials.  Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.  The product engineer will be part of the Electrolyte Systems Engineering department and work on various projects relating to the synthesis, characterization, and performance improvement of solid state electrolyte powders to better meet our customers’ needs. Job Duties:<ul><li>Identify key factors for success in electrolyte synthesis and downstream processing to improve product quality and performance. </li><li>Conduct relevant characterization (e.g., physical, chemical, and electrochemical) on electrolytes and electrode materials as needed to identify relationships between upstream process, material structure, and resultant properties and performance. </li><li>Participate with cross functional teams to improve electrolyte production and performance, and champion efforts to conform our product to needs expressed by the voice of the customer. </li><li>Conform to all safety precautions and protocols. </li><li>Mentor junior team members, operators, and interns. </li><li>Maintain thorough and accurate records of all conducted experimentation </li><li>Document and follow Solid Power’s standard operating procedures and support the drafting or improvement of SOPs as processes evolve and change. </li></ul>Qualifications/Requirements:<ul><li>PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline </li><li>3+ years of experience in the chemical manufacturing or battery industry is desirable </li><li>Background in inorganic, solid state, or synthetic chemical discipline is desirable </li><li>Experience in materials characterization techniques (e.g., XRD, TGA, DSC, FT-IR, Raman, SEM) and exposure to electrochemical testing methods (e.g., battery cycling, CV, EIS, GITT) </li><li>Experience working with air- and water-sensitive materials. </li><li>Excellent work ethic and ability to rapidly demonstrate independence. </li><li>Ability to adapt to a rapidly evolving research environment </li><li>Structured problem-solving and analytical skills </li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR</li><li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 lbs  </li></ul>Salary Range: $100,000 - $145,000/yearBenefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&amp;D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, 8 paid holidays + the week between Christmas and New Years off, Unlimited PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans. Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.    Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!#LI-Onsite#LI-RM1

Senior Product Engineer

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