Researcher in the Development of Electrolyzers and Fuel Cells

The Functional Printing & Embedded Devices Unit develops innovative solutions based on functional materials and devices.

This Unit has the knowledge and experience to contribute from research concepts to prototyping and manufacturing. The Unit can cover the entire TRL chain, from the conceptualization of the idea to prototype validation, including design, proof of concept, material analysis, processes, prototyping, and characterization.

The specialization areas of the Unit include the formulation of functional inks, printing and coating processes for lightweight and flexible devices, their characterization, and in terms of electronics, the design, development, and manufacturing of conventional PCB electronics and hybrid electronics. The teams is looking for a researcher to support the Energy Devices line.

The candidate will carry out tasks within projects related to the development of printed devices, specifically membrane-electrode assembly (MEA) for fuel cells and electrolyzers applied to hydrogen production and utilization. In particular, the tasks include:

• Review of the state of the art.
• Design and prototyping of devices.
• Processing of membranes and catalysts, as well as material printing using screen printing and spray coating.
• Physicochemical characterization of materials (electrical, electrochemical, optical, and morphological characterization techniques, etc.).
• Assembly, simulation, and characterization of electrolyzer and/or fuel cell units
• Analysis and presentation of results, and preparation of technical reports

Education:

Master's or Ph.D. in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Energy, Materials Science, or related fields.

Experience:

• Prior experience in the development of electrolyzers or fuel cells is required.


• Experience in electrochemical devices (such as batteries), printing techniques, and report writing/result presentation will be valued.

Skills:

• Proactiveness and ability to learn new laboratory techniques.


• Strong analytical skills for critically assessing results.


• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.


• Willingness to integrate into a dynamic and multicultural work environment with a focus on generating value for clients, using agile and innovative project management methodologies.


• High level of motivation and interest.


• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills.


• Autonomy in decision-making.

Languages:

• English: Required.


• Catalan: Valued but not necessary.


• Spanish: Valued.

WHAT CAN EURECAT OFFER YOU???

• Permanent contract.?


• Hybrid work (home office/ work in the office).?


• Flexible Schedule.?


• Shorter workday on Friday and Summer Schedule.?


• Flexible remuneration package (health insurance, transport, lunch, studies - training and kindergarten).?


• Eurecat employees can join the Eurecat Academy courses.?


• Language courses (English, Catalan and Spanish).