Battery Test and Design Engineer

Role Overview We are seeking a high performing Engineer to support R&D, scale-up, and process optimization in the energy and advanced materials sector. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across thin film coatings, polymer chemistry, electrochemistry, and lab-to-pilot scale operations. This is an onsite role in Rochester, New York. Annual salary is commensurate with experience. This role is well-suited for engineers passionate about next‑generation technologies such as: Thin‑film solar materials Solid-state or polymer electrolytes Advanced membranes and coatings Energy storage materials Sustainable fuels and catalytic processes Key Responsibilities: -Conduct experimental research on energy-relevant polymer systems, thin film coatings, and advanced material formulations. -Operate and troubleshoot laboratory thin-film fabrication tools. -Scale up chemistries from benchtop synthesis to liter-scale and continuous roll-to-roll manufacturing. -Use electrochemical characterization techniques such as cyclic voltammetry and EIS to characterize new materials. -Execute Design of Experiments (DoE) to improve material quality, purity, yield, and process reproducibility. Characterize materials using: UV/Vis spectroscopy Optical density measurements Rheology Mechanical/tensile testing Produce detailed documentation Present research findings and optimization results to engineering teams, technical sponsors, and external partners. Required Qualifications: -B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or related discipline Strong academic foundation in: Transport phenomena Reaction engineering Thermodynamics Mass transfer Hands-on experience with: Thin-film coatings and materials processing Polymer formulation and testing Proficiency in: MATLAB Excel (including VBA) Microsoft Office Suite Strong communication skills, with experience presenting results to sponsors or stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: -Experience with coin cell and/or pouch cell assembly -Familiarity with electrochemical characterization techniques such as electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and cyclic voltammetry. -Familiarity with roll-to-roll processing, scalable coating systems, or pilot-scale manufacturing. Knowledge of materials used in: Photovoltaics Hydrogen and energy systems Batteries or electrochemical devices Sustainable chemical processes EOE Policy Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Estimated Salary :  $75,000 - $95,000 Experience Level:   0-5 Years

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