Senior Researcher-Electrochemistry

1 - 2 years

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Electrochemistry
Bangalore

About Us

Newtrace is a climate-tech startup crafting next-gen electrolyzers for the wide-scale adoption of affordable green hydrogen. The vision we swear by is simple - to decarbonise our planet, leaving a greener, more sustainable future for generations to come.

We are a fast-growing deep-tech startup with a diverse team of highly specialized PhDs, industry veterans and pedigreed business professionals. We are well funded by marquee investors like PeakXV (formerly Sequoia Capital), Aavishkaar Capital, Axilor Ventures and Speciale Invest.

Started by researchers turned entrepreneurs with experience working in leading European labs - Prasanta, a 2x Marie-curie Fellow and Rochan, a J.N Tata Fellow, Newtrace's team is passionate about solving the world's core problems by innovating in India. Additionally, we've hit post-revenue milestones in less than two years (the shortest time for a deep tech company). Join us as we redefine the boundaries of what's possible and shape the future of deep-tech while paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.

Know more about us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKbXTLKmA_s

Job Description

What you will do:

In this position your mission will be to develop innovative solutions for the development and manufacturing of core components of our electrolyzer stack including the membrane-electrode assembly, electrocatalysts, bipolar plates etc. You will also be responsible for putting together the MEA and stack and testing the performance. Your responsibilities include:
  • Design and build electrochemical cells and stacks.
  • Design and develop, and implement electrolysis cell components: electrocatalysts, diffusion and catalyst layer, membranes and coatings, bipolar plates etc.
  • Detailed engineering design and optimization of critical components affecting the electrolysis cell performance and durability.
  • Developing new, innovative, and cost-effective solutions for the synthesis of electrocatalysts and electrodes for electrolyzer stacks.
  • Designing and developing cost-effective compositions and synthesis techniques for manufacturing of bipolar plates for electrolyzer.
  • Selection of sealants and gaskets for high-pressure electrolyzer stack design and manufacturing.
  • Good understanding of electrolyzer components manufacturing process (Coating of Electrodes, MEA, CCM, Membrane/Diaphragm).
  • Interface with the chemical engineering and process design team for optimizing electrolyzer system performance.
  • Work with suppliers to get required materials and parts for the electrolysis cell and stack.


Job Requirement

Requirements:

Must Have:
  • PhD in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Industrial Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
  • 1-2 years of academic or industrial experience in manufacturing and testing of membrane, electrocatalyst, electrode, bipolar plate and assembly of MEA and stack for testing.

Should Have:
  • Experience working with wet chemistry and concomitant safety procedures (MSDS)
  • An unquenchable thirst for knowledge and the ability to quickly adapt to new situations.

Nice to have:
  • Excited to join a startup and put in the hustle required to get things done!

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed, but think you are up to the challenges, get in touch and tell us why you are a good fit for Newtrace. We look forward to hearing from you!

What we offer:
  • Salary: Matching industries standards.
  • Holidays: 12 days of customary national/state holidays, 18 days of paid vacation accrued monthly and 12 days of sick leave.
  • Flexible timings with a 5-day, 45 hours/work week including breaks.
  • Health insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren).
  • Accident insurance for employees.
  • Maternity & paternity leave policies.
  • Stocked pantry, company goodies & team celebrations.

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