Are you the right person to put your mark on the energy storage revolution?

Vianode is a new business entity in Elkem and we aim to become a leading solutions provider to the fast-growing battery industry. We are now seeking a research engineers and scientists to join this exciting entrepreneurial venture!

Our first full-scale industrial plant for production of anode graphite will be built at Herøya and start of production is planned in 2023. Vianode, as part of one of the largest producers of Silicon in the world, also has next generation anode materials in development.

In a research position with Vianode you would design and conduct trials in our lab scale and industrial pilot plants. Characterize and test materials in our advanced electrochemistry laboratory. Also prepare data on materials for internal and external presentations and work with the pilot process team for scale up of new anode materials.

A high degree technical capability and drive is required to understand and resolve technical problems as well as interpersonal skills and ability to analyze and explain results.

Areas of responsibility

• Materials development and testing for the anode projects
• Interact with suppliers of raw materials and equipment
• Design test programs, participate with the process team on producing pilot scale batches of material and conduct tests on new materials
• Work with other development team members and pilot plant team to design, conduct and analyze test programs on finished products
• Be updated on the technology status in the field of anode materials for lithium-ion battery cells

Qualifications required for the position

• Graduate degree (MS or PhD) in materials science or engineering with a research focus on material structures.
• Experience in any of the following is positiv
• • Li ion anode materials
  • Li ion cell design and manufacturing
  • Electrochemical testing
• Experience working in industry
• Able to find solutions to complex technical problems
• Inquisitive nature and motivated by problem solving in order to find innovative solutions to complex process and technology challenges
• Self-driven and a good team player
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels of personnel within and outside the company, in an international setting
• Effective presentation, oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in English

The position reports to R&D Manager and is located in Kristiansand.