About the JobRole Overview:As an Electrochemical Engineer, you'll design, execute, and analyze experiments for electrochemical systems used in metal recovery and battery recycling. This role will be focused on electroextraction of copper from recycled feedstocks. You will sit at the intersection of lab testing, process development, and scale-up, supporting Nth Cycle's core technology designs and integration into commercial processes. We are looking for someone who can drive and guide analytical electrochemical testing and be a resource for electrochemistry principles.
Key Responsibilities:Electrochemical Testing & Experimentation:- Design and run experiments involving copper electroextraction cells (bench to pilot to commercial scale).
- Perform techniques like cyclic voltammetry, chronoamperometry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS).
- Utilize electrochemical experiments to determine quantities such as the electrochemically active surface area, diffusion layer thickness, corrosion rate, limiting current density, etc. and their impact on copper product morphology.
- Evaluate reaction kinetics, efficiency, and system stability.
- Prepare chemicals and electrolytes for use through safe laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Align electrochemical characterization with materials characterization to inform cell component decision-making.
- Work alongside a Chemical Engineer to translate results from R&D electrochemical tests to support and optimize cell and process scale-up.
Data Analysis & Reporting:- Analyze electrochemical data and extract meaningful performance metrics.
- Develop models to understand system behavior and optimize performance.
- Document findings in technical reports and present to cross-functional teams.
Process and Design Development:- Support scaling from lab experiments to pilot and commercial-scale systems.
- Optimize operating parameters such as current density, voltage, electrolyte composition, and temperature.
- Collaborate with process and mechanical engineers on system improvements.
Equipment & Lab Management:- Set up, calibrate, and maintain electrochemical test equipment
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and experimental setups
- Ensure lab safety and compliance with protocols
Cross-Functional Collaboration:- Work closely with materials scientists, chemical engineers, and operations teams.
- Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in:
- Chemical Engineering.
- Electrochemistry.
- Materials Science.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in:
- Electrochemical testing, electrowinning, or battery systems.
- Application of the fundamentals of electrochemistry toward the creation of new test methods.
- Lab-scale experimental design and execution.
- Data analysis (Python, MATLAB, or similar tools).
- Experience with:
- Potentiostats/galvanostats.
- Electrochemical techniques (CV, EIS, etc.).
- Handling aqueous or non-aqueous chemicals.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience in:
- Battery recycling or hydrometallurgy
- Metal extraction or plating processes
- Scale-up from lab to pilot/commercial-scale systems
- Familiarity with:
- Process control systems
- Automation or data acquisition systems
Key Skills:- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Hands-on experimental mindset.
- Ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable insights.
- Clear technical communication.
What Makes This Role Unique at Nth Cycle:- Direct impact on sustainable metal recovery and circular supply chains.
- Work on cutting-edge electro-extraction technology.
- Blend of lab research and real-world industrial application.
Salary range: $120,000 - $180,000
