Where is the Staff Battery Engineer role at Zenthos Energy based?

This role is based in Albuquerque, NM.

What polymers or materials does this Staff Battery Engineer role work with?

electrode materials, electrolytes.

What techniques or methods are required for this Staff Battery Engineer role?

battery cell testing, failure analysis, corrosion characterization, performance characterization.

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Staff Battery Engineer

Zenthos Energy · Albuquerque, NMtoday

MS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $138k (93 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Lead cell and pack design, testing and materials iteration for aluminum-based batteries, taking lab research to scalable prototypes.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Scale a lithium-free, recycled-aluminum battery chemistry from lab research to manufacturable prototypes.

Generalist PhD-friendlySenior hires only

Adjacent materials roleiterating on materials and architectures; electrode/electrolyte development, corrosion behavior, advanced characterization; MS/PhD in Materials Science

Seniority: Staff/Principal
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: MS
Industry: Energy
Role: R&D / Research

Materials

electrode materials47 roles electrolytes14 rolesaluminum-based battery chemistries

Techniques

battery cell testing2 roles failure analysis150 rolescorrosion characterizationperformance characterization1 role

Role details

Company Description

Zenthos Energy is developing a high-performance 500 Wh/kg battery technology that uses recycled aluminum instead of lithium, cobalt or nickel. This approach enables a highly sustainable and environmentally responsible energy storage solution. Zenthos batteries are non-flammable and can operate under extreme environmental conditions. Zenthos Energy focuses on advanced materials and electrochemistry to deliver next-generation green batteries.

Role Description

The Staff Battery Engineer will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing Zenthos Energy’s aluminum-based battery systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading cell and pack design activities, defining test plans, analyzing performance data, and iterating on materials and architectures to improve energy density, cycle life, and safety. The role involves close collaboration with materials scientists, electrical engineers, and R&D teams to translate fundamental research into scalable, manufacturable solutions. The engineer will also document technical findings, contribute to process development, and support validation and reliability testing.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Albuquerque, NM.

Qualifications

Strong expertise in batteries and energy storage, including electrochemical cell design, performance characterization, and safety considerations.
Background in materials science with experience in electrode/electrolyte development, corrosion behavior, and advanced characterization techniques.
Knowledge of electrical engineering principles related to battery integration, including pack design, power electronics interfaces, and system-level performance.
Demonstrated experience in research and development (R&D), including experimental design, data analysis, and scaling concepts from lab to prototype.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
Hands-on experience with battery testing equipment, safety protocols, and failure analysis.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, communicate complex technical concepts clearly, and document work rigorously.
Experience with sustainable or alternative battery chemistries, aluminum-based systems, or related processes is a strong plus.