Energy Storage | R&D Specialist

Cambridge, United Kingdom | Posted on 23/12/2025

• Salary £65,000 – £90,000 / year (Depending on Experience)
• City Cambridge
• Province Cambridgeshire
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code CB24

Mastar Rec is a specialist recruitment and staffing agency supporting high-growth and technology-driven industries across the United Kingdom, the United States, and global markets
. We partner with organizations to deliver tailored staffing solutions focused on quality, integrity, and long-term value for both clients and candidates.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced battery

Technology Expert to join a cutting-edge team in the Sustainable Energy sector. You’ll play a critical role in the research, development, and optimization of advanced battery systems
, with a focus on lithium-ion
, solid-state
, or next-generation chemistries
. This role is ideal.

For a hands-on engineer or scientist with a passion for innovation in energy storage
, renewable integration
, and electric mobility
.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of advanced battery technologies
  ,including material selection, cell design, and performance testing
• Analyseelectrochemical data to improve battery performance, safety, and longevity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including materials scientists, manufacturing engineers, and product managers
• Designexperiments to evaluate battery degradation
  , thermal behaviour
  ,and charging protocols
• Developsimulation models and testing frameworks for battery performance optimization
• Contribute to technical papers, patents, and industry white papers
• Evaluate new suppliers and materials for integration into battery systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and environmental requirements

Required Skills

• Deep understanding of electrochemistry
  , battery materials
  , and energy storage systems
• Hands-on experience with lithium-ion
  , solid-state
  , or lithium-sulfur battery technology
• Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) and safety protocols
• Strong analytical skills in battery performance, cycle life, and failure modes
• Proficiency in lab instrumentation, test automation, and data interpretation tools

Desired Skills

• Experience with simulation tools (COMSOL, ANSYS, MATLAB, Python)
• Ph Din  
  materials science
  , electrochemistry
  , chemical engineering
  , or related field
• Knowledge of energy markets
  , EV battery trends
  , and grid-scalestorage
• Experience in scale-up
  , manufacturing process development
  , or industrialR&D partnerships
• Publishedresearch or filed patents in relevant areas
• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours
• Accessto advanced lab and R&D facilities
• Privatemedical insurance and company pension scheme
• Professional development and training support
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects in green energy innovation
• Sponsorshipfor patents and research publications