Researcher - Lithium Technology

Duracell•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Researcher in Product Development supports product development projects for Lithium Coin batteries, a fast-growing category and key part of Duracell’s growth strategy. Working hands-on in the Science Square prototype labs, the researcher integrates new materials, technologies, and processes to meet product design requirements. The position offers an opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of battery technology. The researcher contributes to product development and qualification activities, works with cross-functional partners to deliver design documentation and prototypes, and supports product testing. The role also involves inspecting prototypes, documenting and summarizing learning, and making recommendations on product design and next steps.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative R&D learning organization.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a diverse cultural and functional environment; dependable, accountable team player.
Technically curious, self-motivated, productive, and efficient, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to focus on personal objectives while assisting others with theirs.
Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to organize and present data clearly and concisely using software such as Excel or equivalent.
Good oral and written skills to communicate results, objectives, status, and recommendations.
Technical associate degree or technical high school degree focused on mechanical systems, electrical systems, PLCs, sensors, pneumatics, and troubleshooting.
Hands-on laboratory experience.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to understand and support product development if needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience prototyping batteries and/or with battery manufacturing processes.
Interest and experience with home or auto repair, crafting, or assembly operations.

Responsibilities

Assist with product development activities for Lithium Coin batteries.
Take technical direction from the Lithium Primary Director and participate in the product development and formulation team.
Partner with process development, prototyping, engineering, QA, and other groups to deliver product design documentation and prototypes that meet initiative deliverables.
Assist with product qualification activities in the lab and execute qualification trials.
Conduct diagnostic form, fit, and function inspections to ensure prototypes are ready for downstream testing.
Participate in the initiative delivery team to meet performance, quality, reliability, and schedule requirements.
Prototype products hands-on in the labs and submit them for safety, performance, and quality testing.
Summarize learning and make recommendations on product design.
Manage summaries of product prototype learning and next-step recommendations.
Perform other duties as assigned.