Electrochemical Engineer - Electrolyzers

This role is with NEU Battery Materials, a startup supported by SGInnovate.Overview Founded in 2020, NEU Battery Materials is a Singapore-based climatetech company that developed the world’s first patented electrochemical redox recycling method to recycle used lithium batteries. The company focuses on extracting critical lithium from lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries that are found in electric cars and energy storage systems, which will be key in developing a circular supply chain. NEU aims to be the largest, cleanest, and most neutral source of recycled lithium globally. NEU’s contribution to electrification and circularity has been recognized by the likes of the Temasek Foundation, BloombergNEF, Forbes Asia, and many others. We are expanding our current scale of operations and are seeking an electrochemical researcher to join the team. This new position will play a crucial role in our process through development and scale-up to commercialization. Working closely with the Engineering team, you will research electrode fabrication and material synthesis for electrolyzer cells for our cutting-edge recycling equipment to accelerate the advancement of pilots and concepts to scalable, refined commercial products. If the above sounds like you, click "Apply" below or send your resume to careers@neumaterials.comJob scopeResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & StrategySpearhead the design, development, and optimization of electrochemical systems including alkaline electrolyzers and integrated devicesSet technical direction for electrolyzer performance targets and material requirements in alignment with commercial needs based on organizational targetsLead system-level integration: stack design, balance-of-plant considerations, and durability testingExperimental Design & ExecutionPlanning and development of the Company’s lithium recycling process line as part of a teamDesign and develop experimental setups for electrochemical cell characterization and performance optimization Optimize electrolyzer systems through device design and component analysisDevelop, test, and fabricate novel electrodes, electrocatalysts, and electrode assemblies for advanced electrolyzersConduct hydrogen and oxygen evolution reaction (HER/OER) studies in alkaline mediaPerform wet chemical and instrumental analyses to gather high-quality experimental data for analysis and interpretationInnovation, IP, and CollaborationPrepare and submit grant proposals and patent applications; communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiencesConduct literature reviews and stay abreast of emerging research, technologies, and patents in the fieldCollaborate with chemists, engineers, and external research partners to advance NEU’s IP portfolioTeam & Project ManagementManage a team of researchers and engineersProvide mentorship, task delegation, and project progress trackingReport milestones to the CTO and support cross-department alignmentRequirementsPhD, or MS/BS with equivalent experience, in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, or a related fieldMinimum 3 years of hands-on research experience in electrochemistryFundamental understanding of:Electrochemical principles, thermodynamics, and kinetics of electron transfer reactionsMass transport in electrochemical devices, electrodeposition, and catalyst preparation techniques(Alkaline) Electrolyzers and associated operational challengesStrong skills in interpreting electrochemical data from Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) analysis and other voltammetric techniques (e.g., Tafel slopes, Nyquist plots) using analytical softwareDemonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams (chemists, engineers, physicists)Preferred/Bonus SkillsModeling & Simulation: Experience with COMSOL Multiphysics (fluid dynamics), DFT (catalyst modeling), Python/MATLAB (kinetic modeling)Programming: Automation, data analysis, or machine learning for electrochemical system optimizationRegulatory Knowledge: Awareness of relevant environmental and safety standards (e.g., ISO, battery recycling regulations)Materials Expertise: Familiarity with ion exchange membranes (e.g., PEM), corrosion-resistant materials, and trace metal purificationBroader Electrochemical Systems: Experience working with fuel cells, redox flow batteries, or other electrochemical processesInterested candidates may apply directly at:https://central.sginnovate.com/hub/marketplace/openings/08ad07d4-0558-4d49-8421-f7e087a7f611