Research & Development Technician

Role Overview

Reporting to the General Manager Research and Innovation, the R&D Technician will play a hands-on role in our innovative team as we work at the forefront of battery material development. 

In this role, you will play a vital part in synthesizing cathode active materials, scaling up processes and optimizing electrode formulations. You will support the development of battery technologies through rigorous experimentation, testing and analysis and work closely with the team to create new development pathways. 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Synthesizing cathode active material
• Developing and scaling up material synthesis processes 
• Working with the R&D team to Develop and design battery electrode formulas 
• Preparing and coating electrodes, including preparation of slurry, coating and drying 
• Cutting, weighing, stacking and processing electrodes 
• Assembling test cells such as coin cells, pouch cells and other formats 
• Supporting analysis of cell performance, lifetime and degradation mechanisms 
• Researching and optimizing the selection of materials for mattery manufacturing 
• Troubleshooting processing parameters and material issues in the lab 
• Presenting results to the team and proposing new development pathways 
• Maintaining laboratory assembly and testing equipment.

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in materials science, chemical engineering, electrochemistry or a related field; OR technical diploma with relevant experience (Essential)
• Experience working a chemical laboratory environment (Essential)
• A demonstrable passion for energy storage and renewable technology (Essential)
• Self-driven and proactive working style with adaptability to changing priorities (Essential)
• Strong documentation and reporting skills (Essential)
• Strong commitment to laboratory safety and safe handling of hazardous materials (Essential)
• Experience in electrode formulation, binder system design, carbon material selection and/or surface preparation (Desirable)
• Familiarity with electrode characterization methods such as SEM, BET surface area, particle size analysis and porosity measurements (Desirable) 
• Strong commitment to laboratory safety and safe handling of hazardous materials 
• Experience in scaling laboratory processes to pilot or production scale (Desirable)        
• Ability to conduct product-oriented R&D to a high standard within an industrial setting 
• Skills in process development and validation with high attention to detail.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to multi-task and preform duties befitting of position description as required in a technology start up.

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Be a part of something BIG!

Gelion is an agile and dynamic listed business at the forefront of a once in a lifetime revolution. Having established an international presence in the UK & US, we are a pioneer of leading technology that is scalable with extremely strong commercials. Gelion’s team is dynamic, engaged and well credentialed in the key discipline areas of technology commercialisation, science, and engineering. Our team members are inquisitive, and highly passionate about the greater purpose. This role will suit a generous team player, with a can-do attitude, growth mindset and excited about bringing value to a start-up environment.

Shape the future with Gelion. Apply now:

Here at Gelion, we strive to create a better tomorrow through the next generation of safe energy storage. If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume via email to careers@gelion.com, addressed to our People and Culture Advisor, Sav Moss by Friday 23rd May 2025. 

Please note that applications will be reviewed promptly, and the interview process may commence immediately. 

Gelion is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Join Gelion, where innovation meets impact!