Electrochemistry Scientist

Cummins Inc.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, is seeking an Electrochemistry Scientist to advance battery testing and development. The role emphasizes leading testing programs, designing test plans, and delivering high-quality data to support customer and research projects.

The candidate will collaborate with engineering teams, coordinate technicians, and contribute to process improvements across electrochemistry testing methods to enable next-generation battery technologies.

Qualifications

• Advanced electrochemistry knowledge and lithium-ion battery experience.
• Experience designing and executing battery testing programs.
• Strong ability to analyze data, report findings, and support engineering decisions.

Responsibilities

• Leads electrochemistry projects with accountability for scope, resources, timing, and testing activities.
• Develops test plans for electrochemical characterization and parameterization of Li-ion cells for customer/research projects.
• Coordinates battery testing activities with engineers/technicians to ensure high-quality results.
• Applies battery electrochemistry knowledge to analyze performance and support product applications.
• Analyzes data, performs root-cause analysis, and produces technical reports and recommendations.
• Presents findings to internal/external customers and supports engineering decisions.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams for in-house R&D and testing.
• Drives continuous improvement of testing methods and provides technical direction to junior staff.

Skills

Electrochemistry

Battery testing

Li-ion chemistry

Data analysis

Project leadership

Technical reporting

Communication

Education

PhD

MS/ MSc in chemistry/engineering

BSc or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Lab instrumentation

Job description

We are looking for a talented Electrochemistry Scientist to join our team in Engineering for Cummins Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.

Hybrid (min 3 days on site), 37.5h per week

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Leads assigned electrochemistry projects with accountability for project scope, resources, timing, technical execution, and delivery, ensuring requirements are translated into effective testing activities.

• Develops detailed test plans, procedures, and methodologies for the electrochemical characterization, verification, and parameterization of lithium-ion cell technologies in support of customer and research projects.

• Coordinates and oversees the setup, execution, and monitoring of battery testing activities, working closely with electrochemistry engineers, technicians, and other technical resources to ensure high-quality and reliable results.

• Applies advanced knowledge of battery electrochemistry, electrochemical properties, and materials chemistry to analyze lithium-ion cell performance, investigate technical challenges, and support current and future product applications.

• Analyzes and interprets experimental data, conducts failure and root-cause analysis where required, and produces clear technical reports, conclusions, and recommendations based on test results.

• Presents technical findings and test results to internal and external customers, participates in technical and project review meetings, and provides specialist guidance to support informed engineering and customer decisions.

• Collaborates with mechanical, thermal, and other cross-functional engineering teams to conduct in-house research, testing, and analysis supporting the development, verification, and implementation of battery technologies.

• Drives continuous improvement of electrochemistry testing methods, processes, and systems while providing technical direction, coordinating the work of technicians and junior team members, and supporting knowledge transfer across the engineering team.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Demonstrates substantial professional or research experience in electrochemistry, with strong knowledge of lithium-ion battery technology, battery testing, electrochemical properties, and materials chemistry.

• Experience with Li-ion battery technology in automotive applications is highly desirable, with knowledge of next-generation electrode technologies considered an advantage.

• Demonstrates expertise in designing and conducting chemical and electrochemical performance testing to evaluate performance, durability, state of health, and responses to different chemical and physical environments.

• Ability to design and conduct accelerated aging tests that simulate relevant operating conditions, including temperature, depth of discharge, charge and discharge rates, and state of charge, and analyze resulting data to support engineering decisions.

• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, prioritize multiple activities, work within a self-directed technical team, and deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.

Education/ Experience:

• PhD, Masters of Science, Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in chemistry, engineering, or physical sciences required.

• Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2436122

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No