Aepnus Technology · 1 day ago
Electrochemical Engineer
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expAepnus Technology is a climate technology company based in Oakland, California, reinventing how essential industrial chemicals are produced. As an Electrochemical Engineer, you'll optimize and scale pilot electrolyzer systems while ensuring safety and operational excellence in the production process.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Safety Culture Owner: Champion a “safety-first” culture across the engineering team, leading safety audits, risk assessments, and HAZOPs (Hazard and Operability Studies) for new and existing systems
Chemical and Gas Safety: Oversee the strict management of hydrogen safety protocols and the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, specifically concentrated acids and bases
Lead Pilot Operations: Own the day-to-day hands-on operations, maintenance, and optimization of the pilot-scale electrolyzer system
Site and Equipment Safety: Enforce rigorous safety standards for electrical systems, general shop environments (ladders and power tools), and ensure all safety documentation and SOPs are audit-ready
System Improvements: Develop and deploy strategic improvements to the electrolyzer balance of plant and stack systems, partnering closely with process, automation, and cell engineers
Troubleshooting and Repair: Lead debugging efforts to isolate system faults and repair components to ensure maximum uptime and data integrity
Testing Strategy: Partner with the Program Manager to design and execute rigorous testing strategies that directly drive electrolyzer performance improvements and operating cost reductions
Failure Analysis: Lead comprehensive failure analysis studies, generating hypotheses and planning validation tests to resolve complex technical issues
Data-Driven Design: Provide data analysis and interpretation to cell development engineers to inform iterative design cycles and optimization strategies
Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the primary internal SME on electrolyzer physics and system operations, consulting on technical roadmaps and next-generation product strategies
Executive Support: Leverage deep technical knowledge to support leadership (CTO, CEO, etc.) during investor due diligence and strategic planning
Project Management: Manage technical project scopes, budgets, and reporting to ensure milestones are met
Qualification
Required
Master's of Science in Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Physics, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent experience); PhD preferred
3 - 5 years of relevant industry experience
Deep expertise in electrolyzer physics, Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEA), and electrochemical test station design, maintenance, and implementation
Demonstrated background in process engineering and design, specifically within chemical or electrochemical contexts
Proven experience working safely with hydrogen, high-current electrical systems, and hazardous chemicals (acids/bases)
Proficiency in leading HAZOPs and developing safety documentation/SOPs for complex engineering systems
Experience standardizing and operationalizing complex technical workflows in a lab or pilot environment
A systematic approach to problem-solving, utilizing tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE) and Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA)
Strong capability in analyzing complex datasets to drive engineering decisions
Ability to work effectively within a small, scrappy, agile team and collaborate across automation and cell engineering disciplines
Benefits
Aepnus pays 100% of medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, 50% for dependents
401(k) plan and additional retirement benefits
Flexible paid time off for wellness, vacation, and rest, plus 10 paid holidays per year
Two weeks off in late December for an annual Winter Break
80 / 20 in-office work environment, with up to one full remote day weekly
Monthly team builds and an annual offsite retreat
Company
Aepnus Technology
Aepnus Technology company provides Electrified chemicals for carbon-free future.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$8MKey Investors
Clean Energy VenturesThird DerivativeVoyager Ventures
2024-06-13Seed· $8M
2024-01-01Non Equity Assistance
2023-03-08Seed
Leadership Team
Lukas Hackl
Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder
Bilen Akuzum
Co-Founder and CTO
Recent News
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