Engineer - Cell Testing

Engineer Cell Testing

FREYR Battery

FREYR Battery is on a mission to decarbonize energy and transportation systems globally by producing the world's most sustainable battery cells. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, FREYR's goal is to produce green battery cells to accelerate the decarbonization of energy and transportation systems worldwide. FREYR has built the commercially sized Customer Qualification Plant in Mo i Rana, Norway, and announced the development of industrial-scale battery cell production in the United States.

Job Description

We are looking for an Engineer Cell Testing to develop and maintain a capable test center for R&D purposes that is fully aligned with the data management architectures in FREYR. The ideal candidate will work on scaling up breakthrough semi-solid technology to create highly sustainable batteries. We are seeking motivated professionals to join our mission and help us build a center of excellence for battery cell manufacturing. This position is located at our Customer Qualification Plant in Mo i Rana, Norway.

Responsibilities

• Developing, planning, and executing electrochemical cell testing
• Collaborating closely with other teams (e.g., Cell Design and Production), providing insights into test results, and proposing changes
• Working with third-party test houses for external testing
• Developing and implementing reporting and data management structures
• Managing scalable planning and process control tools
• Executing Failure Root Cause Analysis, product improvement, and verification processes

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in an engineering discipline (candidates with a Master's Degree in data sciences, statistics, or industrial mathematics may also be considered)
• Hands-on experience with lithium-ion batteries cell or module testing and analysis at lab scale or industrial scale
• Familiarity with ISO, UL, and IEC standards for battery testing
• Excellent understanding of battery materials and mechanical structures of battery cells
• Fluency in English (both oral and written)

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Experience in lithium-ion battery development and/or manufacturing in an industrial context
• Programming skills (Python, JavaScript, etc.)
• Familiarity with concepts of lean manufacturing
• Experience working in an international company

Desired Personal Qualities

• Comfortable taking initiative and collaborating with others
• Working thoroughly, thinking analytically, and being quick to learn new things
• Resilient with a positive mindset

Why Join Us

• Gain valuable experience in semi-solid battery technology and ramping up new production lines
• Focus on integration and social activities outside working hours
• Young, multicultural, and inclusive working environment
• Flexible working hours and option for home office up to two days a week
• Competitive salary and compensations
• Continuous learning and development opportunities

If you are excited about joining us in our mission to decarbonize energy and transportation systems globally, apply now to work in Mo i Rana! #FREYRBattery #workinmoirana