March 7, 2025

Battery Electrolyte Materials Engineer

Mid • On-site

$165,500 - $293,800/yr

Santa Clara, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200593959
In this role, you will develop electrolyte chemistries to enable advanced battery technologies with improved cell performance. Explore and identify potential electrolyte formulations with electrolyte options ranging from conventional electrolytes to polymeric and solid electrolytes. Plan and carry out systematic experimentation and map out the process-property-performance relationships for electrolyte candidates. Drive the electrolyte selection and support the scaling-up process.

Description

-Lead electrolyte development and deliver solutions for improved electrolytes to meet the increasing power demand in battery products. -Establish methodology to screen electrolyte candidates for superior cell performance. -Design and execute well-structured experiments and employ state-of-the-art electrochemical and material analysis methods to evaluate the candidate electrolytes. -Develop understanding for impedance drivers such as electrolyte interphases and bulk electrolyte properties and develop mitigations for electrolyte-dependent cell degradation and failure modes. -Collaborate closely across Apple and external partner teams to formulate, evaluate, and integrate novel electrolyte materials to enhance electrochemical performance

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS degree.
  • Experience with novel electrolyte solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

  • PhD in materials science, physics, chemical engineering, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in battery or related fields.
  • Experience designing and conducting systematic experiments in laboratory, glovebox, and dry room environments.
  • Ability to analyze process, materials, and electrochemical data to establish process, property, and performance relationships.
  • A data-driven analytical approach with well-established skills for the use of statistical analysis and formal problem-solving tools.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $165,500 and $293,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.