Process Chemical Engineer
Mitra Chem is a growth-stage startup developing sustainable Li-ion battery cathodes in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our high-throughput acceleration platform shortens the lab-to-production timeline by >90% through vertically integrated process optimization and cutting-edge artificial intelligence applications. Our iron-rich cathodes are industry proven drivers of EV, ESS, and consumer electronics applications, and our team of industry leaders is developing a robust supply chain and manufacturing pipeline to deliver Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) qualified cathodes to our customers.
We have set up a state-of-the-art 15,000 sq ft industrial R&D center in Mountain View, CA. Join our team and be a part of the growing battery revolution.
We are looking for a Process Chemical Engineer to optimize cathode manufacturing and to bring a process-focused lens to all scales of development.
Responsibilities:
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We have set up a state-of-the-art 15,000 sq ft industrial R&D center in Mountain View, CA. Join our team and be a part of the growing battery revolution.
We are looking for a Process Chemical Engineer to optimize cathode manufacturing and to bring a process-focused lens to all scales of development.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and test physical and data-driven models to translate R&D scale syntheses of cathodes to pilot scale.
- Work closely and collaboratively with scientists to ensure the processes developed are scalable and robust.
- Design and source equipment at a range of scales for all relevant processes including reaction, mixing, heating, milling and coating.
- Guide process improvement at R&D and pilot scale using cost models.
- Use design of experiments and statistical process control to test various manufacturing methods and integrate that knowledge with R&D learnings.
- Prior experience as a process engineer, focused on bringing R&D work to pilot scale. Background in batteries materials or manufacturing is a plus
- Entrepreneurial spirit, scrappiness and ability to interact with other functions in a cross-disciplinary environment
- Demonstrated interest or experience with statistical analysis, statistical process control and experimental design
- Demonstrated interest in process modeling and simulation with Python or any commercial software, such as Aspen, MATLAB, Comsol and others.
- Competitive compensation package including company equity
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, Tax-free spending accounts, along with life and disability insurances
- 401k matching and savings programs
- Flexible time off with company holidays
- Free daily lunch and snacks
- The estimated base salary range for this role is $92,000-$136,000
- Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus and equity plan
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