INEOS Electrochemical Solutions is a world leading manufacturer of industrial scale electrolysis technologies, principally used in the Chlor-Alkali industry to produce chlorine, a key component of life. With comprehensive research and manufacturing facilities in the UK, we operate globally, and have been continually developing our state-of-the-art BICHLOR electrolysers and CHLORCOAT electrode coatings for over 35 years.
Main role purpose:
The post holder is responsible for the entire process of cell build, operation and execution of experimental plans for a range of industrial electrolysis applications.
Key responsibilities & accountabilities:
• Operate and build small-scale micro-pilot test cells to measure the performance characteristics of new electrode coatings and execute experimental plans.
• Compile test data and collate results from the experiments into clear formats for communication and presentation as required.
• Work autonomously in a chemical laboratory to prepare standard electrolyte solutions and carry out the physical characterisation of products.
• Ensure effective use of equipment and run-time, to maintain and improve equipment and to further develop electrochemical test techniques to enhance capability.
• Carry out basic maintenance of equipment, working with suppliers and Company engineers to source and repair components.
Key skills & experience required
• A degree in a scientific field, preferably chemistry.
• High concern for standards, especially in relation to SHE, including appreciation of COSHH and safe experiment design.
• Experience of working in a safety-focused laboratory, working with hazardous substances such as chlorine and caustic soda.
• Demonstrable experience in laboratory-scale electrochemical testing.
• Competent and confident user of Microsoft Excel to collate and process large quantities of data.
• Able to develop efficient workflows to refine results and present these effectively to the wider team.
• Hands-on approach.
• Familiar with the basic principles of electrochemistry, relevant to testing of electrocatalysts for use in fuel cells, electrolysers or flow-batteries is preferable.