Materials Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineer
Location: City of Rochester
About Graphenix Development Inc. (GDI)
GDI is a global leader in the research and manufacturing of advanced 100% silicon anode technology for next‑generation Li‑ion batteries. As the demand for electrification accelerates, next‑generation battery materials support electric mobility, defense and aerospace applications, consumer electronics, and renewable energy integration.
GDI has developed and patented a 100% silicon anode that offers higher energy density and significantly faster charging. While silicon is widely recognized as the key to unlocking the future of Li‑ion batteries, technical challenges must be overcome before it becomes the dominant anode material in large‑scale production. GDI is seeking driven, curious, and passionate individuals who want to tackle these challenges and push the boundaries of materials science and manufacturing.
GDI’s focus on true industrial scalability – partnering with global manufacturers and using industrial solar and glass manufacturing equipment already deployed worldwide – enables rapid scale‑up, global manufacturability, and cost‑effective deployment. This positions GDI at the forefront of next‑generation battery materials.
As a key member of GDI’s growing team, you will play a critical role in advancing the company’s mission and contributing to the global fight against climate change. Your work will directly help deliver safer, higher‑performance, and more sustainable batteries for the world.
Experience & Skills Required- Extensive hands‑on experience in battery cell assembly, fabrication, and electrochemical evaluation, including coin and pouch cells.
- Strong foundation in electrochemistry and materials engineering principles relevant to Li‑ion battery systems.
- Proficiency with electrochemical testing and characterization techniques, such as galvanostatic cycling, CV, EIS, rate capability, and capacity retention analysis.
- Experience handling active materials, electrolytes, and other hazardous components safely, following strict laboratory and cell assembly protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and troubleshoot cell‑level experiments, optimizing performance, cycle life, and safety.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret electrochemical data, identify performance bottlenecks, and propose improvements to materials, electrodes, or cell architectures.
- Proven ability to collaborate across R&D, materials, and engineering teams to scale insights from lab‑scale experiments toward larger‑format cells and manufacturable solutions.
- 10 years of experience with an advanced degree.
- Hands‑on experience in battery cell construction and characterization, including full and half cells, pouch and coin cell formats.
- Proficiency in battery cycler programming and operation for automated testing and data acquisition.
- Familiarity with electrochemical characterization techniques, including galvanostatic and potentiostatic cycling, cyclic voltammetry (CV), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).
- Strong foundational understanding of lithium‑ion battery chemistry, electrode behavior, and cell operation principles.
- Experience with advanced fabrication processes and controlled environments, such as CVD, glovebox handling, and dry‑room cell assembly.
- Ability to analyze experimental results, troubleshoot cell performance issues, and optimize materials and cell designs.
- Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams to translate lab‑scale findings to scalable, manufacturable solutions.
- Report directly to the CTO, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for battery materials and cell development programs.
- Lead engineering analyses of battery components, evaluating their impact on overall cell performance, cycle life, and reliability, and recommend and implement design optimizations.
- Prepare and deliver high‑level technical reports, data analyses, and presentations for internal leadership, external partners, and collaborators.
- Conduct and guide material characterization, data interpretation, and experimental design, applying advanced engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges.
- Mentor and train junior engineers and…
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