R&D Team Specialist Co-Op

Saft America Inc., a major innovator of high-technology solutions for lithium-ion batteries, is currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic student to fill an open Co-op position supporting the R&D team. Our site is located in Cockeysville, MD. The expectation is that this co-op opportunity will run each semester of the school year and can be filled by one or two students.   This position requires applicants be either a US Citizen or Green Card Holder.

Summary of duties: 

Train with our Scientists and Testing Engineers in R&D to work independently to evaluate, select, develop and implement programs for 

• new chemistry design 
• electrochemical testing and characterization
• other physical and chemical characterization
• process characterization
• continuous product and process improvements. 

Schedule:

The Co-op program will continue throughout the school year, and could lead to a permanent position. The selected student(s) would start training on a routine working schedule. As time passes, the student would have more scheduling flexibility in order to accommodate classes and course load.  

Required Education: 

Students should be entering Sophomore, Junior or Senior year of a BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science degree. 

Desired Skills: 

• Electrochemistry, manufacturing experience, chemical engineering, process engineering, characterization, use of a quality system, use of Microsoft office software.
• A vested interest in R&D.
• Students should employ a strong, hands-on work ethic / capability. A majority of the work will be completed in a lab (zero humidity dry room requires appropriate PPE). 
• Electrochemical and Hand Box background and experience will be a plus.

Application Process: 

Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration to William.Slowikowski@saft.com or Ananda.Janowiak@saft.com. This position is open now until filled; screening will begin immediately. Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Veterans