Battery Materials Characterization/TEM Engineer

Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in advancing the next generation of battery technologies! We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Battery Materials Characterization Engineer with expertise in Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) to drive innovation in our materials development efforts.

• Conduct TEM/Cryo-TEM characterization (imaging, diffraction, and spectroscopy) and analyze the data to support battery development and failure analysis work.
• Develop and validate TEM analysis methods and standard operating procedures for battery materials analysis
• Prepare TEM samples for analysis and develop appropriate sample preparation techniques to preserve sensitive constituents from air, moisture, and other environmental factors.
• Implement protocols and replication testing to establish the correlations between process, property, and performance in lithium-ion battery systems, thereby providing mechanistic insights into degradation modes.
• Collaborate with diverse functional groups to undertake projects focused on battery material characterization and failure analysis.
• Adhere to the highest standards of laboratory practices. Maintain an organized and clean laboratory environment, ensure that sample pieces are properly labeled and stored, and comply with all applicable laboratory safety regulations.
• Train, guide, and define tasks for technicians to facilitate work at high standards.

• BS degree
• Experience in transmission electron microscopy techniques including cryo-TEM, STEM, EELS, EDS and cryo-FIB sample preparation for TEM.
• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or related field
• Skilled in TEM sample preparation methods (FIB/SEM, milling, etc) and troubleshooting of electron microscopes functionality
• Expertise in investigating battery materials and failure mechanisms of lithium-ion batteries using transmission electron microscopy (TEM) techniques
• Experience with battery teardown, battery material characterization, and electrochemical techniques for battery research, development, and production
• Strong verbal and written communication, teamwork, and project management skills
• Attention to detail, ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Range of discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation

Apple is a company that is committed to innovation and making a positive impact on the world. We are seeking talented individuals who share our passion for technology and our commitment to making a difference.