Title: Ceramics Engineer

Industry sector: Other

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Westborough, MA, 01581

The Ceramic Engineer is responsible for a broad range of activities supporting the development of the Liquid Tin Anode Solid Oxide Fuel Cell development program. Responsible for development of ceramic fabrication processes, and design and evaluation of ceramic components for single cells and stacks. Will assist in the development of designs for cells, stacks and systems. Occasional travel required.

Essential Functions:
1. Develop and refine ceramic materials and processes to support cell designs working with suppliers and internal staff.
2. Supervise suppliers of ceramic components to assure delivery and integration of required materials to support design, fabrication and test programs.
3. Oversee internal development programs for next generation ceramic designs.
4. Work with design team to develop cell/stack assembly methodologies to support prototype fabrication and testing.
5. Assist in the development of test methods and test equipment for single cells and stacks.
6. Participate in analysis of test data and development of design refinements.
7. Provide written records of technical work including design reports, fabrication reports, test reports and monthly status reports.
8. Ability to work independently as an integral part of a small, fast-paced development team, playing multiple roles.
9. Performs other work related duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications:
BS or MS in ceramics or materials with at least 3 years industry experience. Prefer candidates with a variety of ceramics materials and processing experience including densification and controlled porosity processes, tape casting, injection molding, extrusion, isostatic pressing and slip casting. Knowledge of quality assurance and statistical methodologies. SOFC fuel cell experience helpful.