3 Senior Cell Applications Scientist Jobs in Waltham, MA
A123 Systems is Hiring a Senior Cell Applications Scientist Near Waltham, MA
- Great annual salary dependent on experience
- Multiple health benefit options to fit you and your family.
- 401k with company match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance, STD and LTD
- Automotive Supplier Discounts including GM products.
- An abundance of voluntary benefits including Dependent Care FSA, Pet Insurance, Critical Care Insurance and more!
- Work with the R&D team to design, develop, validate lithium-ion cell components, electrodes, and cells to meet cell requirements.
- Analyze and evaluate cell data to determine direct and interaction effects of the materials under evaluation and plan and execute root-cause analysis of failures and appropriate action incurred over course of development and launch.
- Interface closely with R&D scientists to increase understanding of failure modes, performance and life expectancy of lithium-ion cells.
- Work with team to improve safety of cell designs, especially for the cell using oxide chemistry.
- Evaluate emerging anode and cathode materials and electrolytes, electrodes and cell designs against A123 requirements for next generation product performance, safety, and cost.
- Develop comprehensive cell technical specifications, support design reviews, DFMEA, APQP process.
- Assist with engineering-level test builds together with quality and operations personnel in order to resolve manufacturing process issues.
- Collaborate with Supplier Quality team in their communication with material suppliers, related to the development and validation of detailed material specifications for new materials, and the resolution of any quality issues.
- Effectively communicate results to broader teams in the US and abroad
- Understand and adhere to program timelines.
- The position requires a self-starting, highly organized individual capable of identifying opportunities and following through on project goals.
- Excellent analytical skills, data analysis and statistical interpretation.
- Comfortable to review and present technical context to stakeholder outside the organization.
- Thorough understanding of electrochemical characterization e.g., ac impedance, SOH analysis, charge acceptance, cycle life, abuse testing, etc.
- Practical experience in cell assembly and an understanding of current best practices in battery manufacturing.
- Thorough understanding of failure mechanism in abuse testing for lithium-ion battery.
- Experience developing technical specifications for materials, components, and assemblies.
- Demonstrated expertise and success in development of products for large volume production in a structured environment using DFSS or APQP methods.
- Individual drive and flexibility to work in a rapidly developing entrepreneurial environment.
- Resourceful, organized, with strong attention to detail and excellent interaction skills, capable of rapidly integrating observations and results into subsequent development activities.
- MS or PhD in Chemical, Material, Electrical Engineering or electrochemistry, or related field
- At least 5 years related experienced in a cell or materials product development environment.
- Demonstrated success in development of components and cell designs for lithium-ion batteries.
- Familiar the DFMEA process. Working experience with Quality & Reliability disciplines (APQP, 8D, etc.)
- Familiarity with Statistical Analysis and Design of Experiments (Minitab) preferred.
Job Summary
Full Time
Wholesale
$95k-121k (estimate)
11/24/2023
05/14/2024
a123systems.com
NOVI, MI
500 - 1,000
2001
PETER CIRINO
$200M - $500M
Wholesale
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About A123 Systems
A123 Systems, LLC develops and manufactures advanced Nanophosphate lithium iron phosphate batteries and energy storage systems that deliver high power, maximize usable energy, and provide long life, all with excellent safety performance. Founded in 2001, A123's proprietary Nanophosphate technology is built on novel nanoscale materials initially developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Today, A123 Systems is headquartered in Livonia, MI and employs more than 2,000 people worldwide. A123 Systems is a TS-16949 and ISO9001 certified supplier of advanced lithium ion cells and systems... designed to help customers quickly and cost-effectively take engineering breakthroughs from conception to commercialization. Why A123? Game-changing Technology From breakthrough Nanophosphate chemistry to innovations in battery systems management and complete system design, A123 Systems provides game-changing energy storage solutions that deliver a new combination of high power, excellent safety and long life. Complete Solutions A123 Systems partners with customers to provide complete energy storage solutions that enable the rapid development and delivery of innovative products that meet demand in both existing and emerging markets. Commitment to Operational Excellence At A123, we are dedicated to operational excellence from design and development to production and delivery. Our vertically integrated, state-of-the-art global manufacturing facilities produce high-quality electrodes, cells and battery systems to meet evolving customer requirements for innovative technologies. Field Proven With battery systems operating in vehicles ranging from passenger cars to commercial transit buses around the world, our experienced engineering teams have the expertise to integrate advanced battery systems that deliver premium performance in the field.
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