Utility Global was created to bring forth sustainable energy solutions, enabling the energy transition to a low carbon world. It's our passion, our drive and why we exist. Our team of experts combines world leading expertise and though leadership with many decades of industry experience. Leveraging our proprietary technologies, Utility Global is unlocking beyond net zero hydrogen production as the affordable energy of the future.
Utility Global is looking to hire an Electrochemical Engineer to support our research and development efforts in our Technology Center in Englewood, CO.
Responsibilities:
Develop improved testing protocols for materials screening and cell performance diagnosis.
Evaluate and deconvolute cell performance by design-of-experiments and through various electrochemical testing techniques, to understand performance improvement opportunities.
Design new cell materials and optimize existing cell materials.
Create lab-scale cell prototypes with novel architectures/designs or with next generation materials for proof-of-concept
Analyze, interpret, and communicate experimental results with internal team members and external collaborators.
Assist with IP generation in the areas of cell design, cell materials, and cell operation.
Requirements
PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred. A Master's degree with relevant experience is acceptable.
Strong background in electrochemical engineering and extensive experience with prototyping and testing solid oxide fuel/electrolysis cells, oxygen transport membranes, or similar solid-state electrochemical devices is required.
Experience with electroanalytical methods such as EIS, CV, current interruption is required.
Experience working with mass spectrometry or gas chromatography is desirable but not required
Knowledge of solid state ionics, electroceramics, and thermodynamics is desirable but not required.
Personal/Professional Attributes:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Sound technical judgement with a proven capacity to work independently on multiple parallel projects.
Deep motivation to implement new technology for efficiency, environmental and economic benefits.
High level of personal integrity, honesty, and credibility.
Be self-motivated with excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
High level of emotional intelligence.
Ability to function and thrive in a fast-paced technology focused environment with limited supervision.
Pragmatic approach, results focused.
Hard working and energetic with a strong sense of urgency.
Able and willing to travel as the need arises.
Enjoys hands-on lab work.
You are results-driven and have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Benefits
A creative company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and innovation
Generous medical, dental and vision benefits
Paid vacation + 8 paid holidays
Generous 401k contribution match
Equal Opportunities Statement
Utility Global is an equal opportunity employer.
Exact title and salary will be based on candidate experience.