Techniche Global are supporting leading automotive manufacturer to appoint a Battery Research Engineer 

Pay Rate:      up to £27p/hr PAYE+ holiday pay. Overtime 1,5x paid
Location:      Cranfield, Bedfordshire - hybrid(3 days working in the office)
Duration:      12 month rolling contract
Type:            Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week, early finish on Friday

You will be working across the fields of automotive trends, batteries for electric vehicles, advanced power electronics and electricity network integration.

Role Responsibilities:
* Lead annual projects related to Power Electronics and Battery technologies in the EV market.
* Work on both on-vehicle and off-vehicle energy solution programs, contributing to overall energy strategies.
* Ensure timely and accurate reporting to determine competency.
* Contribute to monthly and annual reports, respond positively to feedback, and prioritise valuable outputs.
* Demonstrate expertise in applied chemistry, particularly in energy storage applications.
* Collaborate with a high-performing, results-oriented team, promoting psychological safety and adherence to client values.
* Support the electric vehicle research team by conducting trend research, horizon scanning, and data analysis.
* Understand safety requirements for working with High Voltage and electrical hardware systems.
Background And Experience:
* Degree in Chemistry or a related discipline.
* Experience in data analysis within industries such as automotive, power electronics, powertrains, or energy networks.
* Strong background in researching and improving the chemical composition of active materials for energy storage applications.
* Proficiency in software for analyzing large datasets is a distinct advantage.
* Ability to identify stakeholder needs and create clear, technical reports.