The candidate should meet the following requirements
Job Description
Role Description
The ideal candidate will have
Socode are proud to be supporting a long-standing client, who are an energy storage company at the forefront of next-gen energy storage solutions – developing sustainable, high-performance materials with transformative potential for global energy and transportation systems.
What will I be doing?
You’ll play a key role in driving electrochemical research and development – designing experiments, establishing in-house test capabilities, leading test programmes, and helping to translate breakthrough materials into commercially viable devices. This is a hands-on lab-based role with strategic impact, offering scope to shape the future of a ground-breaking energy platform.
Key responsibilities will include:
1. Leading R&D programmes focused on electrochemical testing and performance evaluation of energy storage cells
2. Designing and executing experiments to improve cell performance
3. Developing and maintaining electrochemical testing processes, including EIS and related techniques
4. Supporting safe and efficient lab operations, including equipment maintenance and process ownership
5. Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and contributing to a positive safety culture
6. Liaising with suppliers and external stakeholders where appropriate
We’re looking for:
7. Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field (PhD OR extensive industry experience)
8. 1–2 years’ industry experience
9. Knowledge of electrochemical characterisation techniques – especially EIS
10. Skilled in electrode modification and evaluation
11. Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Interested in the role? Then you can either:
1. Submit your CV by clicking ‘apply now’ – it doesn’t need to be perfect. Send what you’ve got and we’ll take it from there.
2. Connect with me on LinkedIn for an informal chat – Mo Baker at Socode