System Design Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated System Design Engineer to join our team in the Product Development Group at Ore Energy.
 
In this role, you will:

• Take role on designing and developing innovative battery systems and components, focusing on efficiency, performance, and sustainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into product designs, ensuring scalability and manufacturability.
• Lead projects from conception through to completion, including patent drafting and prototype testing.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, research, and technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the company.
• Take active role in the conceptualization, design, and optimization of next-generation battery systems, focusing on improving energy density, reducing charging times, and enhancing safety features.
• Perform detailed simulations and modeling of electrochemical processes to predict system performance under various conditions, leveraging computational tools 
• Engage in materials characterization and selection, particularly focusing on sustainable and high-performance materials for electrodes, electrolytes, and separators.
• Spearhead the development of testing protocols for new battery technologies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for technology integration, including IoT connectivity for smart monitoring and management of battery systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to streamline the production process, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and scalability.
• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and represent the company at industry conferences, seminars, and workshops to showcase our technological advancements and establish thought leadership.
• Work closely with the business development team to understand market needs, customer requirements, and competitive landscape, informing the strategic direction of technology development.
• Actively contribute to the company's intellectual property portfolio by identifying patentable inventions and assisting with the patent application process.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and interns, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and professional growth.

• Minimum 2 years of industry experience in process design
• Minimum master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD)
• Strong understanding of component design for manufacturing and assembly, particularly for plastic components
• Knowledge of fabrication and prototyping techniques
• Comfortable working in a shop or lab environment
• Familiarity with validation testing
• Experience with fluid handling systems is a plus
• Previous experience in flow batteries, electrolyzers, fuel cells or similar technologies is preferred

· Chance to work on a game-changer technology that can enable renewable energy at all times within a small and fast-growing team
· Great working environment and fun colleagues; you will be a part of a multi-national, innovative, scientific, and entrepreneurial team
· Opportunity to hop on board in a very promising technology start-up
· A competitive salary
· Working in a high-tech industry closely with the scientific community

Do you want to create a better world by accelerating the energy transition? Does your heart skip a beat to work on a disruptive energy storage technology? Would you like to be a part of a fun and dynamic start-up environment? Then we are looking for you!
Ore Energy is a young academic spin-out from TU Delft with fast growth trajectory ahead. We are founded officially in 2022 with one goal in mind: to help transition the world to green energy by enabling tomorrow's zero-carbon electric system. That is why, we are developing a revolutionary long-term energy storage technology out of very cost-effective and environmentally friendly materials. We truly believe that the best way to develop technology is to assemble and support a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the scientific process of discovery and who enjoy working on challenging problems every day.