Head of AEM and Alkaline (f/m/d)

As the Head of AEM (Anion Exchange Membrane) and Alkaline electrolysis technology at SE TI SES, you will drive the development and optimization of AEM/Alkaline electrolysis technology, playing a crucial role in advancing green hydrogen production. This position provides a unique opportunity to lead a talented team and shape the future of sustainable energy through innovative electrolysis solutions.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Guide a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and researchers to innovate, refine, and expand AEM/Alkaline electrolysis systems, cultivating an environment of creativity and high performance.
• Develop strategies to implement and optimize AEM/Alkaline electrolysis processes, including electrode materials selection, membrane engineering, and system integration, to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Establish strategic collaborations with internal teams, academic institutions, research organizations, and industry partners to accelerate technology development and commercialization efforts.
• Identify and protect intellectual property assets through patent applications and technology licensing agreements, safeguarding innovations and maintaining competitive advantage.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and product management teams to ensure seamless integration of AEM/Alkaline electrolysis technology into hydrogen production systems.

What You Bring

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, Material Science or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in electrolysis technology development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role, preferably within the hydrogen or renewable energy industry.
• Expertise in AEM electrolysis principles, including membrane materials, electrocatalysts, ion exchange kinetics, and system design, with a strong understanding of alkaline electrolysis.
• Track record of leading successful R&D projects and driving technology innovation from concept to commercialization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels including proficiency in English.

About the Team

Our Transformation of Industry division is decarbonizing the industrial sector. Increasing electrification and efficiency are key and demand for green H2 and derivative fuels will rise. We enable decarbonization of the industrial sector and the transition to sustainable processes, building on a strong industrial customer base, a global network, diverse technologies, and integrated execution capabilities.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

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