Technical Specialist, Cell Analysis

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
We are currently seeking a Battery Cell Scientist with practical experience in EV batteries and passion to advance battery cell technology. This position requires strong scientific background in electrochemistry, cell materials, or cell mechanical structure. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Role

• Work cross-functionally with SMEs identify problem statements and needs; lead and execute development and execution of various analytical and characterization techniques to address them
• Own the creation, and upkeep of reporting and documentation standards and protocols
• Champion EH&S related tasks/programs and coordinate safe and timely waste removal.
• Maintain and resolve issues with equipment and lab facilities/infrastructure
• Support the identification, research, and development of business cases for future metrology equipment acquisition within the cell teams, as well as utilizing academic institutional facilities.
• Develop, build, and utilize coin half and 3-electrode cells in order to extract key electrode-level electrochemical curves.
• Support time sensitive root cause analyses of developmental and mass production battery cells.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science or related field preferred or MS with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in battery research or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in materials characterization and applying appropriate or developing new analytical techniques to understand material properties
• Basic understanding of lithium-ion battery design, components, and safety
• Experience developing robust analytical protocols and assessing robustness via Gage R&R type methodology
• Experience working in laboratory settings and familiarity with EH&S practices
• Demonstrated track record of generating easy-to-follow written and oral reports

Advantageous

• Experience with battery material/electrode characteristics such as PSD, BET surface area, rheology, tensile strength
• Experience working handling and characterizing air sensitive samples

Education

• PhD in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science or related field preferred or MS with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in battery research or equivalent work experience.

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. 
·       California (Bay Area) - $138,000 - $198,000 Additional Compensation and Benefits:
Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)
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