Material Engineer

Northvolt is now looking for Material Engineers in Research and Development group to be part of our growing team. This is your chance to contribute to the development of the world's greenest and most sustainable Li-ion battery cell. Work location is in Västerås.
Basic cell fabrication and evaluation: especially coin cell fabrication and evaluation will be essential, even though part of the work could be outsourced as needed. Still it should be followed up and summarized by anode engineers.
Electrochemical tests including swelling, EIS, Li plating, rate capability, cyclability, high temperature and low-temperature characteristics: Even though some part of the evaluation can be outsourced, data organization and analysis will be very important part since it will give a clue to the selection of materials and also direction of improvement.



The person we are looking for is strongly goal-oriented, curious and eager to learn. You will get the chance to have a real impact on our success story in Sweden (to start with) and see the results of your work. Our organization requires and values great self-discipline and natural talent to make things happen. The anode engineer is a vital member of the cell design team and key to Northvolt's mission to enable the future of energy.
Apply with CV and your complete LinkedIn profile. Full-time employment, fixed salary. Planned starting date is asap.
Education/Experience
A degree in Electrochemistry, Material Engineering or Chemical Engineering is required
Knowledge/experience in Chemical analysis, Thermal analysis for organic and inorganic materials, Electrochemical analysis is a must
Curious, eager to learn and develop
Must have worked in a multi-cultural environment
Experience and interest in the manufacturing industry is a plus



Specific Skills/Abilities
Proficient in English
Highly organized and result-driven
An eye for detail
Proactive and goes beyond expectations
Has a can-do attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to work during high pressure and tight deadlines, excellent time management
Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently
Ability to work in a high profile and often high pressured international environment
Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit and a sense of humor
Passionate & purpose-driven