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Electrochemist Engineer - Unspecified, NY 12345



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GE Technology Infrastructure

Business Segment
Technology Infrastructure - Transportation

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Role Summary/Purpose
The Electrochemist Engineer will develop products and processes for advanced battery energy storage solutions. In this role, you will be responsible for major and complex assignments with long-term business implications, contributing to the overall strategy, managing complex issues within functional area of expertise, and leading product development in support of current and next-generation GE energy storage products; including work on battery materials, processes, modeling, and life analysis.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Assign and mentor task leaders in battery technology development
  • Identify key technical issues and focus resources to produce cutting edge technical breakthroughs in energy storage
  • Develop and drive new ideas in battery materials, devices and processing to develop high energy and power density batteries
  • Lead projects and initiatives with broad scope and high impact to the business
  • Executes the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements
  • Recommends approach to meet the technical and program requirements and follow through on meeting program deliverables
  • Formulate and implement plans to achieve technical requirements, scheduling, and contract commitments
  • Develop action plans to anticipate and respond to problems. Develop abatement plans for program slips
  • Provide technical guidance to other personnel and assigned teams; mentor others in the organization
  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
  • Communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments
  • Lead or participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and/or tasks
  • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews

    Qualifications/Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science
  • Minimum 5 years experience in energy storage technology with an emphasis on electrochemistry

    Additional Eligibility Qualifications
    For U.S. employment opportunities, GE hires U.S. citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees, and temporary residents. Temporary residence does not include those with non-immigrant work authorization (F, J, H or L visas), such as students in practical training status. Exceptions to these requirements will be determined based on shortage of qualified candidates with a particular skill. GE will require proof of work authorization. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

    Desired Characteristics
  • Masters Degree or Doctorate
  • At least 7 years of experience
  • Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Expertise with research, development and manufacturing support in battery technology
  • At least 10 years experience in energy storage and preferably battery technology
  • Experienced in the characterization and analysis of electrochemical reactions
  • Experienced in the analysis and design of battery packs
  • Experienced in electrode structure development
  • Experienced with cyclic voltametry, electrical impedance spectroscopy, and battery cycling experimentation
  • Familiarity with molten salts
  • Knowledge of process steps for cell and battery fabrication
  • Understanding of the battery industry and technologies involved
  • Strong engineering & scientific judgment and practical approach to technology
  • In-depth-experience in the development of materials, methods, systems related to the investigation and development of energy storage technologies
  • Demonstrated project leadership experience, including successful track record of completing deliverables on schedule and on budget
  • Proven record of innovation in areas related to energy storage and battery technology
  • Proven experience at translating new product innovations into reliable manufacturing processes
  • Green Belt Certification (GE Employees only) Relocation assistance may be offered to the chosen candidate.Why join one great company when you can join many? When you join GE, you join a company made up of 5 exciting businesses. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. Many of GE's fastest growing businesses are in GE's Technology Infrastructure segment. Around the world, we are helping build the healthcare, transportation and technology infrastructure of the new century.

    GE -Transportation is a global technology leader and supplier to the railroad, marine, drilling, wind and mining industries. We provide freight & passenger locomotives, railway signaling and communications systems, information technology solutions, marine engines, motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills, high-quality replacement parts and value added services. With sales in excess of $4.5 billion, GE -Transportation is headquartered in Erie, PA, and employs approximately 10,000 employees worldwide. Learn more about GE Transportation!

    The world’s most fuel-efficient high-horsepower diesel locomotive bears the GE Transportation name. What’s next? We’re on a mission to transform the way people think about the storage and application of new sources of energy. 100 years ago, water, horses, and the finite strength of humans powered the world. Tomorrow, we’ll use technology smaller than a coffee table to drive the global economy. On May 12th, GE announced its plans for new advanced technology battery manufacturing facility to be located in upstate NY. Join us?


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    We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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    • LOCATION:
      Unspecified, NY 12345
    • SALARY/WAGE:
      Commensurate with Experience
    • JOB STATUS/TYPE:
      Full Time
      Employee
    • JOB CATEGORY:
      Engineering
    • OCCUPATIONS:
      Chemical Engineering
    • INDUSTRY:
      Energy and Utilities
    • CAREER LEVEL:
      Experienced (Non-Manager)
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