Electrochemist​/Test Engineer

The Electrochemist/Test Engineer will specialize in designing, executing, and analyzing tests on electrochemical systems to evaluate performance, durability, and safety. This role will work onsite at Zinc Five headquarters, in Tualatin, Oregon and reports to the Lead Battery Engineer.

• Create and run standardized test procedures for cells and stacks, including performance, life-cycle, and environmental testing
• Analyze large datasets using tools like Python, MATLAB, JMP, or Excel to interpret electrochemical performance, degradation mechanisms, and safety metrics
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot electrochemical test stands (e.g., cell cyclers, potentiostats, EIS, GC, NMR)
• Perform advanced diagnostics such as Cyclic Voltammetry (CV), Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), and Polarization Curves to identify performance anomalies
• Maintain high standards of safety (especially with hydrogen or high-voltage systems) and document results in technical reports to guide R&D and engineering teams
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve cell design and integrate components
• Set up test stations, data acquisition systems, and other necessary instruments for specific testing
• Draft technical reports and proposals related to engineering projects
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment
• Identify bugs, errors, and areas for improvement and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Electrochemistry
• 3+ years of industry or research experience in battery, fuel cell, or electrolyzer testing
• Deep understanding of electrochemistry fundamentals, thermodynamics, and mass transfer
• Experience with LabVIEW for automation, data management, and scripting
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills to work in fast‑paced or start‑up environments
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced knowledge of safety regulations and procedures in the industry

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Electrochemistry
• Previous manufacturing experience

• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Good judgment with solid decision making
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork
• Continuous improvement

• Work involves sitting, walking, standing, bending, throughout the day
• Must be able to wear proper arc flash rated PPE along with standard PPE requirements
• Must be able to climb ladders to perform work when needed
• Lifting up to 25 pounds
• Requires close visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors
• Warehouse, lab and office environments

Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.

In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.

Zinc Five is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre‑employment testing. Zinc Five is a participant in E‑Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.