Senior Research Scientist

For selected technologies, is responsible for Research & Development (R&D) plans & policies along with assisting in determining the company goals & policies, and in defining the products to develop.  Develops, defines, & conducts the experiments to achieve goals.  May lead other Research Scientists &/or scientific teams.  

Requirements:

• BS & MS degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Five+ years hands on experience, preferably applied engineering research management.
• Knowledge of methods used to research/analyze potential engineering/scientific solutions, develop test plans, and implement development/manufacturing projects.
• Knowledge of applied research and product development/ management activities.
• Knowledge of computer systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers & company personnel, both verbally and in writing.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced startup company with little supervision.
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and jump in.

Preferred:

• Ph.D.
• 10+ years’ experience
• Knowledge or Experience working with patent applications and management
• Experience in electrochemical characterization for fuel cell electrodes and catalyst/electrolyte interfaces.
• Experience in organic synthesis, polymer synthesis, polymer blending/composite;
• Experience in the synthesis of nanostructured carbon-based materials, non-precious metal catalysts, or similar materials;
• Experience in the synthesis of metal nanoparticles, including alloys, core-shell, and intermetallics;
• Experience in electrochemical device testing including PEMFC, AEMFC, and redox flow cell;
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation including but not limited to SEM, TEM, BET, XRD, XPS, XRF, NMR, Raman, FTIR, and X-ray absorption spectroscopy and
• Knowledge or Experience in mathematical modeling;
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize assignments so that schedules are met on time.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced startup company with little supervision; willingness to roll up your sleeves and jump in.

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Short and long-range research and design of the product including feasibility of associated manufacturing processes. Coordinate with other company personnel.
• Maintain familiarity with relevant current & future technologies, developments & concepts.  Transition feasible research concepts to Engineering for development & fab of prototypes.
• Maintain active interactions with Business Development to identify product development opportunities wherein the company’s technology can be implemented in innovative ways to maintain a preeminent leadership position in its markets.
• Recommend the type and size of the research labor force, their required capital equipment, and plant area necessary to achieve project objectives.  Manage & supervise R&D personnel.
• Implement R&D services (e.g., proposals preparation, product & process design/development, test/evaluations, failure analysis, process analyses/specifications).
• Responsible for the provision of R&D services, including in-house technical services & subcontracted efforts.  Liaise with Engineering to assess state-of-the-art design technology that is applicable to product development.  Seek & maintain responsive technical communications with potential customers in coordination with Business Development.
• Ensure services are provided to in-house & outside customers in accordance with contract requirements and budgeted objectives.
• Implement improvements to R&D operations (i.e., via computerization, changes in procedures, etc.) to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and reduce costs.
• May serve as R&D liaison with customers, suppliers, & government agencies.  Ensure that R&D operations are carried out in accordance with laws/regulations of this & other countries.  Develop & implement short & long-range budgets based upon company goals & growth objectives directed by management.

Electrical Engineer 

JTEC Energy is commercializing the Johnson Thermo-Electrochemical Converter, an invention that turns waste heat directly into electricity more efficiently than any other device on the market. We are looking for a creative, hands-on Electrical Engineer who is excited about developing a new method to produce Clean Energy. The Electrical Engineer will work with other team members, including Materials Engineers, Chemists, Chemical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and Aerospace Engineers to develop robust, reliable implementations of the JTEC device.  This position includes both high-level design and hands-on wiring, measurement, testing, and reporting. JTEC Energy is a startup; the EE position affords the right engineer the ability to bring to life a truly exciting and world-changing invention.  

Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing the electrical systems and circuitry to most efficiently generate, harness and transport the electricity from the JTEC. This includes not just the electrical system design/wiring of the models, but also working with Chemists and Materials Engineers to determine the makeup, interaction, and efficiency of the materials and components used in the device.
• Developing designs and prototypes; testing, fine-tuning, and building large-scale working production models.
• Keeping detailed logs and reports of their findings.
• Maintaining an aggressive schedule.
• Estimating costs and sourcing materials to find cost savings.

 

Requirements:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering.
• Five+ years practical, hands-on experience with electrical systems and circuitry.
• Knowledge of computer systems, including CAD.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers & company personnel, both verbally and in writing.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced startup company with little supervision.
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and jump in.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize assignments so that schedules are met on time.
• Experience with and respect for laboratory safety measures.
• Willingness to keep lab space neat, clean, and organized.

Preferred: