Analytical Chemist

Northvolt has an exciting job offer for an Analytical Chemist to join our Västerås team.

In joining us you will play an important part from the very start in developing a new generation of large-scale European battery factories. Northvolt will play an important role in the transformation to a carbon-free society, and this is your opportunity to take part in leading those efforts and help drive us to success.

As an Analytical Chemist you will be responsible for the development, validation, and implementation of analytical methods for analyzing incoming material, intermediate and finalized products for Research & Development and Production on a wide range of instruments. Strict adherence to the principles of Quality Assurance in QC. Proven track record in statistical analysis and measurement system analysis (MSA).

Key responsibilities

• Start-up of first analytical methods and instruments
• Develop, validate and document analytical methods and procedures for analyzing and characterizing new raw materials and product intermediates
• Run analytical testing on a range of instruments and report data/results
• Optimize analytical methods to increase efficiency and turn-around time of the laboratory
• Execute the Quality Control and testing plan of raw materials and product intermediates
• Troubleshoot and maintain the analytical instruments to a high standard
• Understand and internalize QA/QC principles in everyday functions
• Train and certify team members in analytical methods, develop & grow expertise within the team
• Work across many parts of the organization, collaborating with R&D technical team, Process engineering, Supply Chain, IT & automation
• Drive operational excellence by being a key player in problem solving and process improvement exercises

We believe that you have:

Qualifications and experience

• MSc or PhD degree in chemistry
• Education in analytical chemistry
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in laboratory environment
• Experience of laboratory and analytical work in relevant industry, e.g. Li-ion materials, Pharmaceutical, Food or Paper industries
• Specific knowledge of quality management systems, e.g. ISO 9001, IATF16949, TQM
• Experience in developing and validating analytical methods, standards, procedures and documentation in an efficient way
• Project management skills and a successful track record of leading quality projects in a laboratory environment
• Knowledgeable in Lean and six sigma
• Familiar with SPC, FMEA, Quality troubleshooting tools and problem-solving methodology
• Curious, technically educated and preferably with a business background

Specific skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, Swedish is a plus
• Self-motivated and finding it easy to establish new relationships
• Experienced user of the Office and JIRA software

Personal success factors

• Highly organized, results driven and eye for detail
• Proactive and able to learn and acquire new information very quickly
• Analytical, problem-solving, entrepreneurial attitude thriving in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, excellent time management
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment
• Flexible and motivated to take on new challenges
• Passionate & purpose driven

Apply with CV in English or your complete LinkedIn profile.

Full time employment, fixed salary.

Planned starting date is ASAP.