Materials Performance Engineer

About Cache Energy

Cache is one of the fastest growing and U.S Department of Energy award winning, energy storage startup. Cache is developing ultra-long duration energy storage technology. At the core of the technology is "solid fuel" that is safely installed anywhere and transported everywhere, providing the same dispatchability as fossil fuels but in an entirely clean fashion. Cache works with some of the largest industries on the planet who partner with them to de-carbonize their operations. Employees will contribute to the development of this unprecedented technology and help bring it to commercialization. Cache encourages you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every qualification.

Responsibilities

• Work on performance enhancement and cost reduction of unprecedented "solid fuel" to build the most economical energy storage solution.

• Assist in developing Cache's next-generation high-temperature storage material.

• Perform hands-on ceramics/cement-based experiments and carry out thermal/mechanical

characterization of material.

• Carry out accelerated, long-term testing of material under practical application conditions.

• Work in a small, driven, collaborative team with a large amount of autonomy and ownership.

Qualifications

An innovative mindset with an ability to independently plan and perform hands-on, lab-based materials experiments. The ability to move fast and the knack for getting things done are necessary. A master's degree or higher in Civil, Materials, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field is preferred but not necessary. Experience with cement/ceramics microstructure-property relationship is necessary.

Competencies

• Energy, Drive and Speed

• Superior inter-personal skills:

• Ability to act as a team player in a cohesive team, constructively seek and provide critique.

• Constant willingness to learn and improve.

To apply, please send resumes to: .