Chemical Engineer - R&D

Overview

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision. We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration. At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in Joplin, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

About The Position

This Chemical Engineering position will support R&D activities related to electrochemical cell development, including components such as electrodes, new materials, and process development. This will encompass activities in several battery systems that include but are not limited to: powder handling, slurry mixing, web coating process, electrode characterization, equipment research and refinement. This role involves both individual hands-on laboratory activities and cross-functional team efforts.

Responsibilities

• Working under the direction and supervision of senior engineers or scientists, you will be able to:
• Plan and establish engineering directives for powder handling, slurry mixing and web coating process.
• Characterize electrode physical and electrochemical properties to optimize electrode processing
• Understand cell and battery requirements and derive the material and component performance needed to develop a successful product.
• Perform material and component sub-assembly tests to support new cell designs.
• Develop handling and processing methods for new materials used in R&D or production of cells.
• Produce routine internal progress reports as well as formal technical reports for publication.
• Work productively as part of a team including other science and engineering specialties.
• Assist and contribute to the development of innovative new products with ideas, concepts, collaboration and intellectual properties.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• MS required in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field or PhD preferred
• MS with 3-5 years of experience, PhD with 2-3 years of experience
• Experience in R&D or product development is preferred
• Hands-on experience in the battery industry is preferred
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, ability to produce publishable technical documents
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)
• Able to work in collaborative team environments
• Detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks
• 3D CAD modeling knowledge/Autodesk Inventor experience is a plus but not required
• U.S. Persons
  
  

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE

Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 10 paid holidays and PTO;
• Matching 401K;
• Annual Profit Sharing;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Dependent scholarship programs.
  
  

EaglePicher Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.