Senior Scientist

FC Renew - Knoxville, TN

Hiring: Senior Scientist Company: FC Renew Location: Knoxville, TN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 12:01:04 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : MATLAB, Python, Spark About the job Experience: •6+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development •4+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development •2+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development Required Skills: •Developing skills and overseeing the work of other laboratory technicians, researchers, and paid student interns •Performing electrochemical diagnostics and end-of-life analysis to characterize polarization behavior, transport resistances, electrochemical surface area, and kinetic activities •Operating analytical equipment such as Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) •Supporting and executing research and product development projects hydrogen fuel cells •Developing and integrating new products, procedures and/or prototypes •Implementing and managing tests to characterize components, processes and fuel cell performances and support troubleshooting efforts in test stands. •Developing experimental procedures and documenting standard operating procedures •Collecting, reducing, and analyzing data Qualifications: •B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related engineering or science with 6+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development •M.S. in Electrochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related engineering or science with 4+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development •PhD in Electrochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related engineering or science with 2+ years in a laboratory and product development setting with emphasis on experimental work and product development •Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles that relate to hydrogen fuel cells •High level of versatility and interest to work with test equipment, including: fuel cell test stations, potentiostats, analytical instruments, and electrochemical diagnostics (cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, hydrogen pump) •Fundamental knowledge of electrochemical processes related to hydrogen fuel cells, related mechanical and electrical systems, e.g. tube-bending and Swagelok fittings, wiring, and instrumentation •Strong and proactive problem solving and troubleshooting abilities •Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and in team contexts, comfort with a rapid development pace and ability to multitask •Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills •Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!