Principal Engineer - Electrochemical

Role & responsibilities

• Evaluate the performance and degradation of PEM electrolyzer stacks and components over time
• Identify and mitigate potential failure modes using tools like FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
• Design and execute reliability testing plans and protocols for PEM electrolyser and their subsystems. This includes accelerated stress testing, durability assessments, and performance mapping.
• Collaborate with test engineers to design and execute long-term reliability tests under various operating conditions.
• Work with materials scientists to assess how different materials affect system durability and efficiency.
• Work with manufacturing and quality control teams to improve production processes. Implement quality control procedures and specifications to minimize defects and ensure a reliable product.
• Analyze operational data to detect trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test results, analysis, and engineering recommendations. Prepare and present technical reports to stakeholders.
• Provides ongoing training and education to the team to ensure its ability to execute on the Company and team goals and objectives.
• Builds a strong development team by ensuring effective coaching and counseling employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

Preferred candidate profile

• B.Tech/M.Tech in Chemical /Materials or Metallurgy with 10 years of experience or Ph. D in Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or related discipline with 5+ years of experience in product testing and material characterization.
• Deep knowledge in electrochemical characterization techniques: CV, LSV, EIS and standard testing protocol for electrolyzer systems.
• Proven ability to bridge engineering and operational teams to drive measurable product improvements.
• Strong data analysis skills; proficiency with reliability tools and statistical software.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

areesh.a@ohmium.com