Full-Time
Battery Engineer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Factorial Energy
51-200 employees
Develops solid-state batteries for electric vehicles
No salary listed
Senior
Billerica, MA, USA
The job is located in the greater Boston area, specifically in Billerica, MA.
- Bachelor or Master’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields
- 5+ years’ industrial experience in lithium ion battery cell development for EV application (major battery or OEM company)
- Proven track of success in lithium ion battery cell development project for EV application
- Proficient in the lithium ion battery cell process for pilot scale and sample fabrication
- Experience maintaining effective technical relationships with suppliers, customer and internal (and external) departments
- Willingness to execute on multiple tasks in a fast-paced start-up environment
- Ability to work within project teams and customer with dedication and technical excellence
- Key member for next generation lithium ion battery and pouch cell level product
- Design, validate, and analyze lithium ion battery product for its application in high energy density lithium batteries
- Key member for large size next Gen cell fabrication process development to optimize product quality
- Provide engineering support to project teams to resolve quality issues
- Collaboration and communication with customer directly for cell development in terms of product and process and production either
- Discuss with supplier for each technical information and performance
Factorial Energy develops and commercializes solid-state batteries, focusing on the automotive industry. Their main product, the Factorial Electrolyte System Technology (FEST®), is a new type of battery that offers improved safety, efficiency, and energy density compared to traditional batteries. This technology is designed for use in electric vehicles (EVs) and is being integrated by major auto manufacturers and battery producers. Factorial Energy differentiates itself through strong partnerships with these manufacturers and a commitment to collaboration along the supply chain. The company aims to lead the EV battery market by providing high-performance solid-state batteries, with plans for large-scale production supported by a newly opened factory.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Series D
Total Funding
$249M
Headquarters
Woburn, Massachusetts
Founded
2013
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Partnerships with Mercedes and Stellantis boost credibility and market reach for Factorial.
- The new Methuen factory enables large-scale production to meet growing EV battery demand.
- Strong financial backing from major investors supports ongoing R&D and expansion efforts.
What critics are saying
- High production costs may hinder competitiveness against traditional lithium-ion batteries.
- Potential supply chain disruptions could affect production of solid-state batteries.
- Rapid technological advancements could render Factorial's technology obsolete if innovation lags.
What makes Factorial Energy unique
- Factorial Energy's FEST™ technology offers higher energy density than traditional batteries.
- Their solid-state batteries promise enhanced safety and longer range for electric vehicles.
- Factorial collaborates with major OEMs, validating their technology's potential in the EV market.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Education Assistance Plan
Short-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↓ -3%1 year growth
↑ 1%2 year growth
↑ 19%Last autumn, Stellantis and Factorial announced plans to launch a demonstration fleet of the Dodge Charger Daytona equipped with solid-state batteries in 2026.
Mercedes first announced its partnership with Factorial on solid-state battery technology in 2021.
The initiative builds on Stellantis' $75 million investment in Factorial in 2021.
Mercedes also led a $200 million funding round in 2022 and today Factorial announced a new solid-state battery named Solstice.
Mercedes Benz and Factorial are working on solid state battery which will drastically increase the EV range, and be production ready by the decade end, the firms said, as reported by Reuters.