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 Manufacturing Specialist to join our team. Your main responsibilities will be to improve and define alternative anodic and cathodic catalyst layers (mixing, formulation of slurry/ink, coating, drying, etc.
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 optimise current processes and identify most suitable materials for future generations of our product;
- Develop new routes for catalyst layers manufacturing, starting from the ink/slurry formulation to the final Catalyst Coated Substrate (CCS) or Membrane (CCM);
- Characterise the material during each intermediate and ultimate phases using different techniques (e.g. rheology, particle size, surface area, SEM, EDX, XRF etc.) and evaluate correlation with electrochemical performances;
- Data collection and analysis to support process optimization and decision making
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 fields;
- Hands on experience (3+ years) in at least one of the following areas: chemical formulation (e.g. electrochemical devices, pharmaceutical, lubricant, paint etc.), coating of thick layers (e.g. blade, slot die, screen printing, spray, etc.), electrochemical characterization;
- Experience in materials characterization techniques (e.g. Rheology, SEM, BET, PSA, XRF etc.);
- Experience in electrochemical devices (e.g. Fuel Cells, Electrolysers, Batteries etc..) is a plus;
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills;
- Full professional proficiency in English;
- Excellent communication skills.
Why you’ll 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 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 Industria Chimica ” - National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Chemical Industry sector)
- 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!