PostDoc Development Engineer - Energy Storage

Location is one of the big selling points for this organisation! Situated out of the busy centre of Cambridge and nestled in the countryside, anyone joining this team will get the best of both worlds. 🌳🚌And what they are doing is very special; they’ve developed (and recently launched!) a clean, sustainable global 21st century high-density energy storage system. ♻🔋The ONE Group are proud to have been instrumental in their growth and as they embark on the next part of their journey through scale-up, a crucial new hire.We’re on the lookout for a Development Engineer. This is likely to be a Chemical or Mechanical Engineer who has recently finished their PhD and wants to develop their career within a small (but growing!) R&D team in industry, scaling up technology and bringing their engineering strengths to the team.The Role:Joining a multi-disciplinary development team, provide Development expertise and support to Polymer and Electrochemistry Research ScientistsLead projects focused on improving the technologyLead validation of new technology, including scale-up and implementation into new prototypesDevelop creative solutions to improve a prototype’s KPIsGenerate new prototype concepts and carry out experiments to support their developmentBe an active interface between the Research and Prototype Development teamsMust Haves:PhD in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering Demonstrable hands-on engineering skillset, with an understanding of chemical systems and manufacturing processesProcess Development and optimisation experience, within pilot-line manufacturingExperience scaling up technology and increasing TRLProject Management experienceStart-up mentalityExperience with batteries, supercapacitors or similar is preferredHappy to work on-siteThe Package:Depending on your level of experience, £40k -£60kShare optionsBeautiful, spacious, parkland setting with free parking, shuttle bus from the local rail station and dedicated buses from central CambridgeOn-site gym (indoor and outdoor facilities), award winning restaurant and a café barPerkboxExtensive career opportunitiesSupportive, friendly team25 days annual leave plus bank holidays5% employer pension contributionLife assurance policy - 4 x salarySpecsavers eye care vouchersSports and social events