Materials Research Engineer - Inorganic Energy Storage Materials

Job Description

Job Description

Onsite (LAKE MARY, FL)

Microvast Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MVST) is a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and driven Materials Research Engineer with expertise in the synthesis and development of inorganic materials for energy storage systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solid-state chemistry, ceramic processing, metal oxides, or other non-organic active materials used in lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion, solid-state, or emerging battery technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and synthesize inorganic materials such as transition metal oxides, sulfides, phosphates, or solid electrolytes for next-generation batteries
• Develop scalable synthesis routes: sol–gel, hydrothermal, solid-state reaction, co-precipitation, etc.
• Optimize material morphology, particle size, and phase purity
• Perform structural, thermal, and electrochemical characterization (XRD, SEM, TGA/DSC, BET, EIS, CV)
• Work cross-functionally with electrochemistry and engineering teams to evaluate full-cell performance
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and contribute to IP and publications
• Ensure safe laboratory practices and compliance with environmental and safety standards

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Materials Science, Inorganic Chemistry, Solid-State Chemistry, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in synthesis of inorganic materials for energy storage
• Strong understanding of crystal chemistry, phase diagrams, and battery material interfaces
• Hands-on experience with analytical tools: XRD, SEM/EDS, TGA, BET, Raman, XPS
• Familiarity with battery fabrication and testing is a strong plus
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in solid-state electrolyte synthesis and processing
• Knowledge of high entropy oxides or defect-engineered materials
• Familiarity with scale-up and pilot-scale synthesis
• Prior contributions to patents or peer-reviewed publications

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.