Lead Scientist - Development of Sulfone-based Electrolytes

About KP Group

KP Group, established in 1994 by Dr. Faruk G. Patel, has grown from a logistics service provider into a conglomerate comprising 43 entities across various sectors. The group has a renewable energy portfolio exceeding 6.57 GW as of 9MFY26 and operates businesses spanning fabrication, galvanizing, renewable energy (solar & wind), telecom infrastructure, green hydrogen, and ammonia. Notable group companies include KPI Green Energy Limited, KP Energy Limited, KPF Green Hydrogen & Ammonia Pvt Limited, KP Green Engineering Limited, and KP Human Development Foundation. Their solar and wind energy segments are publicly listed on India's major stock exchanges.

Role Overview

This position focuses on pioneering research to develop advanced sulfone-based electrolyte solutions that offer enhanced thermal stability and safety for high-energy battery cells.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize sulfone-based electrolyte formulations with non-flammable properties tailored for safety-critical applications.
• Improve electrolyte performance to support high-voltage (>4.5V) operational stability across a broad temperature range.
• Collaborate closely with the Validation team to prevent thermal runaway events through thorough safety evaluations and testing.

Required Expertise

• Strong foundation in organic chemistry and understanding solvent-solute interactions relevant to electrolytes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the formation and stabilization mechanisms of the Solid Electrolyte Interphase (SEI) layer.
• Experience utilizing Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) techniques for assessing thermal safety characteristics.

Education & Eligibility

Ph.D. candidates in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, or Polymer Science disciplines, with demonstrable experience in electrolyte formulation development, are highly encouraged to apply. Graduates holding B.Tech / B.E. in any specialization or any graduate degree from recognized institutions are eligible.