About Eos Energy Enterprises
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power. Our breakthrough Znyth aqueous zinc battery was designed to overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion technology. It is safe, scalable, efficient, sustainable, manufactured in the U.S., and the core of our innovative systems that today provides utility, industrial, and commercial customers with a proven, reliable energy storage alternative for 3 to 12-hour applications. Eos was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. For more information about Eos (NASDAQ: EOSE), visit eose.com .
About the Role:The Junior Battery Scientist is instrumental in the research, development, and implementation of novel materials, components, and design concepts for improving the performance and value of the Eos battery. This includes electrolytes, electrodes, and current collectors, as well as their manner of assembly into a battery product. Additionally, they aid in the selection, processing, and production implementation of these developments in current and future iterations of product at Eos.
Accountable For:Accountable for the development and selection of candidate battery improvements, along with associated products and processes, across the full spectrum of development, from conception through to bench, prototype, pilot, and production scales.
ResponsibilitiesIndependently and creatively apply fundamental scientific principles to open-ended problems or goals and perform literature searches to extract relevant information. Use these principles to propose new experiments/technologies related to key goals on product cost and performance as well as to evaluate their feasibility. Takes a holistic view of implementing these improvements relative to the complex nature of a multifaceted product
Collect, report, and treat data with a high level of integrity and ethics, while maintaining well written, accurate, and detailed technical documentation of experiments and methods.
Communicate and defend own work effectively, both orally and in writing. Provide concise and high-level reporting of technical data and its interpretation where necessary.
Plan and execute all work in a safe manner and in compliance with any applicable regulations and best practices.
Maintain a working knowledge of the development, analysis, testing, and production of advanced batteries, and remain abreast of technical developments in the field.
Troubleshoot effectively and solve scientific problems related to the design and improvement of our battery technology
Design and execute non-routine experiments with a high degree of autonomy.
Bring knowledge in a specific battery related field to an interdisciplinary R&D team and work collaboratively with peers of varying backgrounds to achieve common goals.
Support and encourage other colleagues on best practices for thorough, efficient, and compliant experimentation.
Interface effectively with cross-functional teams and third-party entities to facilitate the implementation of R&D solutions.
Review project proposals and reports of peers to ensure experimental and writing standards are not overlooked.
Continually develops an understanding of zinc-based battery chemistries and their chemical aspects via the attendance of scientific meetings, close collaboration with colleagues, active surveyal of the literature, and ongoing experimentation.
Support testing labs, manufacturing facilities, and suppliers where needed.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
Ability to correctly and objectively analyze data/results, interpret the outcome of experiments, and propose appropriate follow-ups.
Well versed in laboratory work and modern R&D practices.
Extensive knowledge of electrochemistry, battery science, and/or related fields that contribute to an understanding of the basic principles of development and selection of improvements to a unique energy storage technology.
Ability to contribute to the design and execution of non-routine or non-traditional experiments.
Ability to adapt and respond to continuously changing requirements in a fast-paced data-driven research environment.
Focused and independently driven to produce results, solve problems, and collect knowledge with minimal guidance.
Effectively utilizes literature searches, fundamental principles, and available data to inform work and evaluate technical feasibility of projects.
Acts as a professional and collaborative team member, demonstrating accountability, alignment, and trust within the R&D team, cross-functional teams, and other stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field required.
Master's degree preferred.
Some experience working in an industrial R&D lab, preferably in the field of battery science preferred.
Local Travel: Less than 10%
Overnight/North America: Less than 10%
Office Environment - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. R equired to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. May be required to e xert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes , airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases . The noise level in the work environment can be loud. R equired to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes . Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats. May be required to e xert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Customer/Partner Locations Employee may visit customer or partner locations that may be comprised of office, manufacturing floor, laboratory environments and construction sites depending on the location and reason for visit.