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Verkor is a French industrial company pioneering low-carbon battery manufacturing in Europe, backed by Renault Group, Plastic Omnium, and Schneider Electric. The company operates an Innovation Centre in Grenoble (R&D and pilot line) and is ramping up mass production at its Gigafactory in Dunkirk to support the decarbonization of European mobility.
You will join the Active Materials and Electrolyte Development Team at the Grenoble Innovation Center as a Cathode Material Engineer, leading the development of cathode materials for advanced lithium-ion battery cells.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the development of cathode material for advanced battery cells
- Specify cathode material characteristics based on Li-ion cell requirements
- Support the selection of cathode active materials
- Collaborate with electrode engineers on cathode electrode formulation
- Build and manage the supplier network for cathode active materials
- Monitor and survey new technologies for cathode active materials
- Support the technology roadmap
Verkor operates with a strong international culture across 1,100+ experts from 53 countries. The company emphasizes contribution, transparent communication, team spirit, and commitment to sustainability. Benefits include a stimulating work environment with multicultural teams, lunch vouchers, 50% local transportation cost coverage, and industry-leading healthcare.
REQUIREMENTS:
- MSc or PhD in Materials Science
- Experience in Li-ion cell development
- Cathode material research and development experience
- DFMEA, PFMEA, and root-cause analysis knowledge
- APQP and 4M management experience
- Plus: Experience with synthesis and mass-production of Li-ion active materials
- Plus: Experience with Li-rich cathode materials
