Sodium Ion Cell Design Researcher (M/F)

Company: Simoldes Plásticos S.A.

Position description:
We are looking for passionate engineers with experience developing materials for batteries to join our new energy storage team. You will work on a fast-paced team in our new research technology center in Oliveira de Azeméis. You will be responsible for the development of mathematical models and tools to accelerate the development of our commercial sodium ion cells, contributing to the growth of a research technology center and a cell manufacturing facility. This position is a full-time employment.

Responsabilities:
• Develop mathematical and AI models for optimizing the design of sodium ion cells
• Develop mathematical and AI models to assist in the development of new materials by academic and commercial partners
• Perform electrochemical tests to sodium ion cells
• Writing technical reports
• Participate in national and international projects

Requirements:
• Mid-level experience (more than 3 years of experience)
• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in chemical engineering, electrochemistry, chemistry, material engineering, or related areas
• Intermediate knowledge in electrochemistry (+2-3 years of experience)
• Basic knowledge in multi-dimensional modelling or in artificial-intelligence models (+1 years of experience)
• Basic knowledge in density functional theory or solid-state physics (+1 years of experience)
• Proficiency in English
• Intermediate knowledge in German (nice to have)
• Analytical thinking
• Cost and performance optimization driven mindset
• Knowledge in sodium ion battery or similar technologies (nice to have)
• Knowledge in OpenFoam (nice to have)
• Knowledge in C++ and Python (nice to have)

Behaviour Skills:
• Willingness to undertake international trips
• Proactivity an ability to work in a team or individually

What we, Simoldes can offer to you?
Relevant salary
Health insurance
Socials benefits in several areas
Possibility to be part of a dynamic team and in a growing organization

 

Should you be interested in working with us, send your CV to:
Contacts:
Email: recrutamento.PT@simoldes.com / www.simoldes.com/plastics