Scientist/Engineer, Cell Engineering
Voya Energy is commercializing a groundbreaking metal-based fuel to rapidly deploy reliable, clean, affordable electricity anywhere on Earth. Our breakthrough technology allows us to convert abundant, high-energy, recycled metals into a powerful, safe, durable fuel. We are also creating a foundational new category of energy generation devices, delivering fast access to power, free from the limitations of the grid. We are assembling a highly-experienced team of visionary founders, tenacious researchers, multi-disciplinary first principles engineers, battle-tested operators and world-class investors to deliver on Voya's ambitious mission. Join us in fueling our electric future.
Position Summary:
As one of the first members of the Voya team, you will have a key role in the development of the company.
We’re looking for scientists and engineers who are passionate about research, innovation, and entrepreneurship to help develop and scale the cell architecture for Voya’s proprietary metal-air fuel cell. The successful candidate will take a leading role in setting the scientific direction of the company.
Responsibilities:
Design, build, and validate a high-power metal-air fuel cell for Voya’s generator.
Develop novel current collector and electrode architectures to improve cell power, efficiency, and durability.
Work with Voya’s material scientists to select and optimize cathode, anode, and electrolyte materials and form-factor.
Work with Voya’s product development team to scale and demonstrate your cell from lab to pilot and production-intent systems.
Qualifications:
Track record of developing novel electrochemical cell architectures. Experience with flow-based systems (e.g. fuel cells, flow batteries, electrolyzers) preferred.
Experience working with cross-functional teams, preferably for system or device development.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, start-up environment
Results-oriented with a strong sense urgency
Location: Hayward, CA. Full-time on-site.
What we offer:
Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience
Unlimited PTO
100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan