Vianode, an Elkem company, is the newest business venture to come from Elkem’s 100 plus years of engineered materials global business. We are empowering a greener life with revolutionary manufacturing of sustainable anode materials. We are looking for Application Engineers to support the growth of our business in North America and Europe.  

Our first full-scale industrial plant for production of anode graphite will be built at Herøya, Norway and start of production is planned in 2023. Vianode, as part of one of the largest producers of Silicon in the world, also has next generation anode materials in development.  

In an application engineer position with Vianode you would interact with customers to support their selection and qualification of Vianode materials. Support the sales team as a technical expert on anode materials in customer meetings. Advance the qualification process for materials at the customer site and work with the R&D team to set goals for product improvement projects. 

A high degree of technical capability and drive is required to understand and resolve technical problems as well as interpersonal skills and ability to explain technical information.  

 Areas of responsibility 

• Interact with customers on technical requirements for materials and support the sales team in a technical function. 
• Responsible for qualification process of materials at customer sites, resolve technical, logistical, supply, and quality issues.  
• Coordinate support of the PPAP process for customers.  
• Work with R&D and quality team members and pilot plant team to resolve customer technical issues and plan product improvement projects.  
• Be updated on the technology status in the field of anode materials for lithium-ion battery cells 

 Qualifications required for the position 

• Degree in materials science or engineering.  
• Experience with lithium ion materials or lithium ion cells in an industrial setting. 
• Understanding of coatings and formulations is a plus.  
• Ability to clearly communication complex technical information.  
• Self-driven and a good team player 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels of personnel within and outside the company, in an international setting 
• Effective presentation, oral and written communication skills 
• Willingness to travel 
• Fluent in English 

 As part of your on-boarding, you will be invited to a two-month training period in Kristiansand - Norway.

The position reports to R&D Manager and the primary work location is negotiable.