Project Engineer

Role Overview

QpiVolta Technologies is looking for a Project Engineer – Battery Technologies to support and execute battery development projects from lab to pilot line. The role requires strong engineering discipline, cross-team coordination, and hands-on execution, working closely with R&D scientists,

process engineers, and equipment teams. This role is ideal for someone who understands battery fundamentals and excels at turning experiments into repeatable, documented processes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & Coordination

 Plan and execute battery development projects across materials, electrodes, and cells

 Track project milestones, risks, and deliverables

 Coordinate between R&D, process, equipment, and quality teams

 Maintain project documentation, timelines, and technical reports

Battery Development Support

 Support electrode fabrication, electrolyte preparation, and cell assembly

 Assist in coin cell and pouch cell fabrication

 Monitor process parameters, yields, and deviations

 Support N/P ratio optimization, loading optimization, and process

trials

Pilot-Line Operations

 Support pilot-line activities including slurry preparation, coating, drying, calendaring, stacking, and sealing

 Assist in equipment commissioning, qualification, and troubleshooting

 Ensure adherence to SOPs, safety protocols, and cleanroom practices

Data Analysis & Reporting

 Compile and analyze electrochemical and process data

 Track ICE, capacity retention, impedance growth, and failure trends

 Prepare technical summaries, dashboards, and review presentations

Quality, Safety & Compliance

 Support process consistency, repeatability, and quality control

 Participate in root-cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions

 Ensure compliance with EHS and lab safety standards

Required Qualifications

Education

 MTech/Masters of Science in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields

 Strong understanding of battery fundamentals (Li-ion / Na-ion / solid- state preferred)

 Hands-on experience in labs, pilot plants, or manufacturing environments

 Ability to read and execute SOPs, process flows, and test plans

 Good data handling and reporting skills (Excel, basic data analysis)

 Experience with electrode processing or cell assembly

 Exposure to pilot-line or scale-up projects

 Familiarity with electrochemical testing methods

 Knowledge of basic quality tools (FMEA, RCA, DOE)