Development Engineer – PEM Electrolysis
Quest One
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Hamburg • 🇩🇪 Germany
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Development, analysis, and specification of membranes and CCMs for use in PEM electrolysis cells.
- Execution and further development of characterization methods to determine chemical, mechanical, and physical properties.
- Planning and execution of experimental test series, data evaluation, and derivation of actionable recommendations.
- Assessment of new membrane materials and collaboration with suppliers and research partners.
- Support in material qualification for existing and new products.
- Documentation of results, preparation of technical reports, and presentation within an interdisciplinary team.
- Close collaboration with teams in stack development, quality, and production.
Requirements
- Successfully completed master’s degree or PhD in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, process engineering, or a related field.
- Several years of practical experience in the characterization of polymers and composite materials, ideally in the field of fuel cells or water electrolysis.
- Solid knowledge of ion-conducting polymers, especially perfluorinated membranes.
- Confident handling of analytical and mechanical testing methods.
- Independent, structured working style and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Good understanding of electrochemical systems, particularly PEM water electrolysis.
- Very good written and spoken English skills; German language skills are an advantage.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements for a good work-life-balance.
- Regular updates and transparent communication through our town-hall-meetings.
- Buddy program as part of onboarding.
- Daily lunch allowance.
- Attractive employee discounts with Corporate Benefits and FutureBens.
- Free drinks, fruit, and a JobRad for a greener commute.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
membrane developmentCCM specificationcharacterization methodschemical properties analysismechanical properties analysisphysical properties analysisdata evaluationmaterial qualificationanalytical testing methodsmechanical testing methods
Soft skills
independent working stylestructured working styleinterdisciplinary collaborationcommunication skills
Certifications
master's degreePhD