Research EngineerJob Category AAPS Salaried
- Scientific Eng., UBCO | Postdoctoral Research Support | J. Liu | School of Engineering | Faculty of Applied ScienceCompensation Range $6,631.67
- $9,533.25 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. January 10, 2029Posting End Date January 3, 2027Application Note Equity and Inclusion At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
The purpose of this position is to lead the specialized pouch cell prototyping line and dry electrode manufacturing line for battery projects at the UBC Battery Innovation Center.
This position will report directly to the School of Engineering.
Leads the commissioning and operation of the battery pouch cell prototyping line and dry electrode manufacturing line in close collaboration with the equipment vendor and internal stakeholdersDevelops, standardizes, and maintains comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for electrode fabrication, pouch cell assembly, and equipment operationProactively identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves technical issues related to pouch cell equipment and dry room operations to minimize downtime and maximize productivityWorks alongside faculty members, graduate students,



and external industry partners to design new processes and recipes for battery projects related to the pouch cell and dry electrode linesLeads end-to-end experiment design and optimization for electrode materials, driving development from raw materials through electrode manufacturing and pouch cell fabrication for industry-sponsored projectsEnsures secure, reliable, and efficient operation of all battery manufacturing equipment while maintaining compliance with laboratory safety protocolsProvides hands‑on technical support, coordinates project schedules, and guides the research personnel to ensure high‑quality execution of research and development activitiesLeads or contributes to research and continuous improvement initiatives that advance the Center’s battery prototyping capabilitiesServes as the primary technical lead for pouch cell development projects, partnering with academic and industrial clients to understand application requirements, define project scope, and deliver technical solutions aligned with the Center's expertise, resources, and manufacturing capabilitiesProvides technical consultation throughout project execution and communicates progress, technical findings, and recommendations to stakeholdersPerform other related duties as required.
Errors or incorrect decisions could potentially result in delays in completing the project or seriously compromise the quality of the research.
Supervision Received Jian Liu and indirectly supervised by the Project Manager (Dr.



Supervision Given Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Applied Science.
Demonstrate a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
D. in a relevant field is considered a strong asset.
Prior hands‑on experience in pouch or cylindrical cell manufacturing within battery companies or research organizations specializing in battery materials and cell development is required.
Practical experience with electrode and cell manufacturing processes, including slurry mixing, coating, drying, calendering, slitting, stacking, electrolyte filling, sealing, formation, and testing.
Strong understanding of process optimization, statistical process control and manufacturing quality principles.
Familiarity with battery characterization techniques and analytical methods for evaluating electrode materials and cell performance.
Ability to analyze manufacturing data and implement process improvements to enhance yield, quality and productivity.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, academic collaborators, industrial partners and equipment vendors.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced research environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independent while fostering a collaborative and customer‑focused research culture.
Working knowledge of computer applications for word processing and spreadsheets, as well as Internet browsers and email applications.
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