Battery Materials Scientist in Spring

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Position Title: Battery Materials Scientist
Location: The Woodlands, TX, USA (with future travel to Bay Area, CA)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $105,000 – $125,000
Reports To: Research & Development Manager

Company Overview:

Green Energy (GEO) is a global leader in innovative, environmentally friendly energy materials, dedicated to advancing the transition to sustainable energy solutions. Headquartered in Munich, Germany, and with operations worldwide, GEO specializes in cutting-edge advancements in the lithium-ion battery chemical industry. We’re on a mission to accelerate the green energy revolution, and we’re building a team of technically sharp, service-minded scientists to help us get there.

Job Summary:
We are hiring a Battery Materials Scientists to support GEO’s growing U.S. customer base through a mix of hands-on lab work, technical troubleshooting, and customer-facing execution. This senior-level individual contributor role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of chemistry, client service, and technical innovation. You’ll act as the technical bridge between customers and internal R&D—ensuring the products we deliver align precisely with customer specifications. This is one of the first hires supporting our North America service lab operations, with initial onboarding in China and potential travel to California, Tennessee, and other customer locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, categorize, and deliver electrolyte samples that meet precise customer specifications
• Act as the technical point of contact for key accounts—translating customer needs into clear inputs for R&D and sales teams
• Support logistics, shipping, and documentation to ensure smooth sample delivery and issue resolution
• Travel a minimum of 30% to customer sites for support, troubleshooting, and relationship management
• Assist with lab setup and maintenance, including equipment oversight and quality control of sample preparation
• Collaborate closely with global R&D, sales, and manufacturing teams to deliver timely and effective technical service
• Represent GEO at conferences, industry meetings, and customer-facing events
• Serve as a technical advisor and project lead on battery materials initiatives, even without direct reports

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Materials Science, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in battery materials, chemical R&D, or a related technical role; lithium-ion experience but not required
• Strong hands-on experience preparing and testing electrolytes or advanced battery materials
• Ability to lead technical conversations with senior customer stakeholders (executive presence)
• Detail-oriented with strong skills in lab work, documentation, and communication
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and project leadership abilities
• Mandarin proficiency is strongly but not required
• Willingness to travel:
• 30% or more domestically (e.g., California, Tennessee)
• 10% or more internationally
• Must be available for 2–3 weeks of onboarding in China

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Opportunities for rapid growth in technical or commercial roles
• Direct exposure to global leadership and energy innovation
• Mission-driven, collaborative work culture

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Green Energy (GEO) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of , , , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other protected status.

Accommodation Statement:
If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact hr@geosi.com to ensure an inclusive and seamless hiring experience.

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