Principal Scientist - Fuel Cell

Toyota North America

4.2

(18)

Ann Arbor, MI

Why you should apply for a job to Toyota North America:

  • 4.2/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 69% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Women Influencing and Impacting Toyota (WIIT) employee resource group, with 14 chapters across North America,
  • SuccessShare, a sponsorship program designed to prepare the next generation of women leaders at Toyota.
  • Toyota paid maternity leave provides up to six to eight weeks of 100% paid leave, depending on method of delivery.
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    Position summary

    Utilize extensive experience in stack architecture development, MEA (membrane electrode assembly) integration and design to promote mass production of research level materials and prototypes towards advanced development phase

    • Responsibilities also include designing and optimizing electrolyzer and Fuel Cell MEA (Membrane Electrode Assembly) and stack architecture

    • Collaboration with global academia and industry teams while staying abreast of the cutting-edge hydrogen technology field.

    What you bring

    • A PhD degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or in a related field with 15+ years of working experience in hydrogen technology industry is necessary

    • Deep understanding of the fuel cell and water electrolyzer material, MEA, seal, stack design and testing protocol on product development settings

    • Essential skills include a strong understanding of electrochemical principles, experience with laboratory techniques, equipment for analysis and characterization, proficiency in data analysis, modeling software, and excellent communication abilities

    • The ability to work independently and collaboratively, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, are also necessary.

    Added bonus if you have

    • Scaling up electrolysis and Fuel cell systems, knowledge of integrating renewable energy, familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations, and a strong publication record

    • Fluency in both English and Japanese is a plus.

    What we'll bring

    During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

    • A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect

    • Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

    • Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

    • Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

    • Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

    • Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

    • Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

    • Paid holidays and paid time off

    • Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools and more

    • Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

    Belonging at Toyota

    Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

    Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

    Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected] .

    Why you should apply for a job to Toyota North America:

  • 4.2/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 69% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Women Influencing and Impacting Toyota (WIIT) employee resource group, with 14 chapters across North America,
  • SuccessShare, a sponsorship program designed to prepare the next generation of women leaders at Toyota.
  • Toyota paid maternity leave provides up to six to eight weeks of 100% paid leave, depending on method of delivery.