Electrochemical Stack Engineer

at  Ayrton Energy

Ayrton Energy’s mission is to propel the global shift towards sustainable energy with broad deployment of our cutting-edge hydrogen storage technology, reshaping hydrogen distribution to mirror the safety, simplicity, and efficiency of traditional fuels such as diesel or gasoline.
Are you ready to embark on a dynamic career journey with a rapidly growing company? Ayrton Energy is seeking a dedicated and adaptable individual to join our team in a role that requires a “get it done” attitude and a commitment to excellence. You will play a pivotal role in driving the development and innovation of our technology.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum undergraduate degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years proven experience in designing and developing fuel cell, electrochemical or electrosynthetic stacks and components, preferably for commercial applications
• Expertise in CFD and FEA tools for performance and structural analysis
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance related to electrochemical technology
• Knowledge of advanced materials and/or manufacturing processes for electrochemical technologies

• Design and develop electrochemical stacks, including optimizing performance and reliability.
• Create and validate design specifications for electrochemical reactor components and system integration.
• Develop and implement test and assembly fixtures to support the manufacturing and evaluation processes.
• Perform detailed performance modeling and system trade-offs to enhance efficiency and durability.
• Utilize Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis to analyze and improve electrochemical reactor designs for performance and durability.
• Model fuel cell systems using MATLAB and Simulink to predict performance and guide design decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and research and development. Support the development and protection of system/process IP, with a focus on strategic patent filing and management.
• Collaborate with leadership team to define project goals, deliverables, budgets and timelines