Electrode Manufacturing specialist (m/f/d)

About Enapter and what we do:

Enapter is a rapidly-growing energy technology company with offices in Italy, Germany and Thailand. We develop and produce Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electrolysers that enable low-cost green hydrogen production at any scale.

Enapter’s mission is to make green hydrogen affordable and accessible to all. We are an international team that is united by a common vision and guided by our core principles – Urgency, Simplicity and Transparency. To find out more, please visit our company page (www.enapter.com/about).

Our team is growing fast and currently we are looking for a brilliant Electrode specialist to join our team. Your main responsibilities will be to define alternative coating process by increasing its level of process automation for anode and cathode electrodes (mixing, formulation of slurry/ink, coating, drying, etc) and work on the continuous improvement of current coating processes.

If you are as passionate about changing the world as we are then you are in the right place!

What role will you play in building a green hydrogen future?

• Lab-based work to optimize current processes and identify most suitable materials for future generations of our product 
• Characterize intermediate and ultimate phases (e.g. rheology, particle size, surface area, etc.) of slurry/ink. 
• Data collection and analysis to support process optimization and decision making 
• Carry out possible RCA investigations related to the current and new coating process 
• Collaborate with the industrial engineering team to optimize the new coating process and provide support when taking it into production (e.g. PFMEA) 
• Provide support and technical assistance in the specification, procurement and qualification of equipment and materials needed for new coating lines and processes 

What do you need to help make our goals a reality?

• First things first: Enthusiasm for the part green hydrogen will play in tomorrow's world and Enapter's role in it
• At least Master’s degree in chemistry/materials engineering/material science or other relevant field
• Hands on experience in chemical formulation development and scale-up of formulation of inks/slurry processes for electrode manufacturing, including knowledge of mixing, ink dispersion, coating, drying processes (min 5 years) 
• Experience in physical materials characterization techniques (for ex rheology, SEM, BET, PSA, XRF etc…) 
• Experience in industrialized coating processes (slot die, roll to roll, etc..) 
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills 
• Full professional proficiency in English 
• Data analysis and statistical skills 
• Excellent communication skills 

Why you will look forward to working with us:

• You’ll have the opportunity to help shape the future of energy in one of the most dynamic companies in the hydrogen industry
• The vision and the people: That’s what our colleagues say they love the most about Enapter
  
• We love flat hierarchies and being able to collaborate with each other no matter what your role
• We want you to feel that you’re making a real difference, so you’ll have creative freedom and flexibility in how you work
  
• Working on an empty stomach is the worst. We offer lunch tickets and have restaurants close by that are affiliated. We also have kitchens with coffee machines to get your coffee fix!
• Optional access to health insurance to cover those unexpected visits to the doctor or specialist and optional access to a pension fund to help support your future savings goals! (In line with the current “C.C.N.L. settore Chimica Industria” – National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Chemical Industry sector)
• We want you to feel like part of the crew – because you are! All newcomers get decked out in Enapter merch that has been sustainably selected and sourced
  
• We celebrate our success together… often! You’ll frequently see snacks and healthy treats in the office
• An exciting working environment at our original R&D and production facility just outside of Pisa

We offer all the basics anyone can expect:

• A competitive salary package based on the market and what you bring to the table, paid sick leave for both your physical and mental health and 33.5 days paid leave (including holidays, permissions and ROL) per year

Think we might be the right fit?

• Even if you don’t meet all of the requirements we’ve mentioned please still apply! We are always on the lookout for new talent and for those who are passionate about what we do!

We know that diverse groups are more productive and creative! As a company with a focus on R&D and rapidly implementing innovative technology, this is particularly important to us and why we embrace and celebrate diversity. We explicitly welcome any application that brings additional perspectives to Enapter. If you believe that you can draw from your unique background and experiences to bring something new to our team, please tell us about it. We look forward to hearing from you!