Process Chemical Engineer

Mitra Chem is a growth-stage startup developing sustainable Li-ion battery cathodes in the heart of Silicon Valley. Our high-throughput acceleration platform shortens the lab-to-production timeline by >90% through vertically integrated process optimization and cutting-edge artificial intelligence applications. Our iron-rich cathodes are industry proven drivers of EV, ESS, and consumer electronics applications, and our team of industry leaders is developing a robust supply chain and manufacturing pipeline to deliver Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) qualified cathodes to our customers.

We have set up a state-of-the-art 15,000 sq ft industrial R&D center in Mountain View, CA. Join our team and be a part of the growing battery revolution.

We are looking for a Process Chemical Engineer to optimize cathode manufacturing and to bring a process-focused lens to all scales of development.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and test physical and data-driven models to translate R&D scale syntheses of cathodes to pilot scale.

• Work closely and collaboratively with scientists to ensure the processes developed are scalable and robust.

• Design and source equipment at a range of scales for all relevant processes including reaction, mixing, heating, milling and coating.

• Guide process improvement at R&D and pilot scale using cost models.

• Use design of experiments and statistical process control to test various manufacturing methods and integrate that knowledge with R&D learnings.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a process engineer, focused on bringing R&D work to pilot scale. Background in batteries materials or manufacturing is a plus.

• Entrepreneurial spirit, scrappiness and ability to interact with other functions in a cross-disciplinary environment.

• Demonstrated interest or experience with statistical analysis, statistical process control and experimental design.

• Demonstrated interest in process modeling and simulation with Python or any commercial software, such as Aspen, MATLAB, Comsol and others.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including company equity

• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision and dental insurance, Tax-free spending accounts, along with life and disability insurances

• 401k matching and savings programs

• Flexible time off with company holidays

• Free daily lunch and snacks

The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:

• The estimated base salary range for this role is $92,000-$136,000.

• Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in a bonus and equity plan.

Mitra Chem is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We take steps to provide our employees, applicants, and others with whom we do business with an environment that is free of any form of discrimination and harassment (including harassment based on any of these characteristics). Mitra Future Technologies, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers(at)mitrachem.com.