Senior Electrode engineer

Overview

Purpose of the Role

JOB TITLE: Sr. Electrode Design Engineer – Cell Design

FUNCTION / DEPARTMENT: Cell Technology / Cell Design

REPORTING TO: Cell Design Manager – Cell Technology/ Cell Development

LOCATION: Oxford, UK

The Opportunity

The Senior Electrode Design Engineer will support the design, focus on the electrode, including finalize electrode composition and design with consideration of process concept and productivity. This role creates development plan for electrode design including electrode process, executes DOEs and validation while collaborating closely with the R&D and process engineering teams in a prototype environment.

Responsibilities

• Electrode Design & Development: Develop and execute test plans supporting the design and optimisation of LIBs electrode, to meet electrode performance including processability and electric characteristics.
• Materials Selection: Evaluate and optimize electrode design and materials (Active material / Binder / Conductive / Foil), based on electrochemical performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Support vendor communication as a subject matter expert.
• Electrode Process: Development and optimization electrode process, collaborate with process engineers to fulfil the processability and productivity in base electrode design concept and target characteristics.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Integrate design considerations that enhance manufacturability, yield, and cost-efficiency for large-scale production.
• Innovation & Problem-Solving: Identify and implement innovative solutions to improve cell performance, safety, and efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• Battery Cell Design Expertise: Deep understanding of Li-ion battery chemistry, especially electrode materials and designs, and the ability to explain how electrode design affects cell performance and productivity.
• Experience directly supporting customer communication as cell design subject matter expert.
• Product Development: Familiarity with APQP milestones.
• Experience developing specifications for electrode materials and process.
• Experience supporting DFMEA/PFMEA as a subject matter expert in electrode material and process concept.
• Experience using statistical tools to develop and execute experimental plans.
• Materials Science and Process: Broad knowledge of electrode materials and processes, performance requirements, and the ability to validate formulations and processes for development and mass production.
• Electrode Analysis and Testing: Understanding of electrode performance analysis and manufacturing processes that influence it, plus related analysis and testing methods.
• Prototyping & Scale-Up: Experience transitioning designs from concept to prototype scale and working with manufacturing teams to ensure scalability (DFM).
• Analytical Thinking: Proficiency in data analysis, modelling, interpreting results, root cause failure analysis, and contingency planning under deadlines.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication and teamwork to work with R&D, engineering, and product teams.

Role Specific Qualifications/Certifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in cell design, materials science, or electrochemistry with a proven track record in Li-ion battery development.

Leadership Skills

• Experience mentoring junior engineers
• Strong communication and stakeholder management with ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships

Why Agratas

Agratas is building one of the world’s most advanced and sustainable battery businesses. We’re investing in cutting‑edge technology, world‑class facilities, and exceptional people to accelerate the transition to clean energy. Joining us means shaping the future of energy storage, working with industry experts, and contributing to products that will power tomorrow’s mobility and infrastructure.

We offer a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning — where your ideas genuinely influence what comes next.

Agratas is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we ensure fair and equitable treatment throughout every stage of the hiring process.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing