Electrochemical Stack Engineer

Ayrton Energy•Calgary, AB

61d

About The Position

Ayrton Energy’s mission is to propel the global shift towards sustainable energy with broad deployment of our cutting-edge hydrogen storage technology, reshaping hydrogen distribution to mirror the safety, simplicity, and efficiency of traditional fuels such as diesel or gasoline. Are you ready to embark on a dynamic career journey with a rapidly growing company? Ayrton Energy is seeking a dedicated and adaptable individual to join our team in a role that requires a "get it done" attitude and a commitment to excellence. You will play a pivotal role in driving the development and innovation of our technology. You will love this job if: You enjoy working on the frontier of deep technology development, where the answers aren't always clear, and you get to find new solutions to challenges being faced for the first time You have the ability to convert complex issues into simple solutions You have the ability to prioritize resources and are willing to be hands-on to drive outcomes You have a passion for clean technology and a desire to develop products for a sustainable future You want to work in a collaborative and supportive team environment

Requirements

Minimum undergraduate degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field
Minimum of 5 years proven experience in designing and developing fuel cell, electrochemical or electrosynthetic stacks and components, preferably for commercial applications
Expertise in CFD and FEA tools for performance and structural analysis
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance related to electrochemical technology like electrolyzers or fuel cells
Knowledge of advanced materials and/or manufacturing processes for electrochemical technologies

Responsibilities

Design and develop electrochemical stacks for LOHC, including optimizing performance, reliability and cost.
Create and validate designs and specifications for cell and stack components
Perform detailed cell performance modeling and system trade-offs
Utilize Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis to analyze and improve electrochemical reactor designs for performance and durability
Develop and implement component tests and inspection criteria to ensure product quality
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and research and development
Support the development and protection of LOHC stack IP, with a focus on strategic patent filing and management
Collaborate with leadership team to define project goals, deliverables, budgets and timelines