Battery Tech R&D Lead — Hybrid, Advanced Storage

MastarRec; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Professional development and training

Job summary

MastarRec in Cambridge is seeking a highly skilled battery Technology Expert to join its Sustainable Energy team. You will lead research, development, and optimization of advanced battery systems, focusing on lithium-ion, solid-state, or next-generation chemistries.

You will work with cross-functional teams, design experiments, analyze electrochemical data, and contribute to papers and patents while advancing energy storage for renewable integration and electric mobility.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of electrochemistry, battery materials, and energy storage systems.
• Hands-on experience with lithium-ion, solid-state, or lithium-sulfur battery technology.
• Familiarity with battery management systems (BMS) and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical skills in battery performance, cycle life, and failure modes.
• Proficiency in lab instrumentation, test automation, and data interpretation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and development of advanced battery technologies, including material selection, cell design, and performance testing.
• Analyze electrochemical data to improve battery performance, safety, and longevity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including materials scientists, manufacturing engineers, and product managers.
• Design experiments to evaluate battery degradation, thermal behaviour, and charging protocols.
• Develop simulation models and testing frameworks for battery performance optimization.
• Contribute to technical papers, patents, and industry white papers.
• Evaluate new suppliers and materials for integration into battery systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Battery materials

Energy storage systems

Lithium-ion

Solid-state

Lithium-sulfur

BMS awareness

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Test automation

Data interpretation

Job description

MastarRec in Cambridge is seeking a highly skilled battery Technology Expert to join its Sustainable Energy team. You will lead research, development, and optimization of advanced battery systems, focusing on lithium-ion, solid-state, or next-generation chemistries.

You will work with cross-functional teams, design experiments, analyze electrochemical data, and contribute to papers and patents while advancing energy storage for renewable integration and electric mobility.