About the Company

Who are we? Saft is a world leader in high‑tech industrial batteries, from design and development to production, customization, and service delivery. For nearly 100 years, Saft has supplied its customers with increasingly long‑life batteries for backup power and propulsion in critical applications.

Our innovative, safe, and reliable technologies perform in space, at sea, in the air, and on land — powering industries and smart cities, and providing emergency functions in the most extreme environments, from the polar circle to the Sahara Desert. Saft is a 100% subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global multi‑energy company producing and supplying oil & biofuels, natural gas & green gases, renewables, and electricity.

About the Role

Join our Cell Development Chemistry team and help shape the future of battery technology. As an R&D; Junior Engineer in Advanced Battery Materials, you will contribute to the development of creative battery chemistries and next-generation energy storage solutions. Working closely with experienced scientists and engineers, you will conduct laboratory research, analyze experimental data, and explore breakthrough concepts that could lead to future patents.

Responsibilities

- Support internal and external R&D; projects focused on advanced battery materials.




- Explore innovative concepts and contribute to the development of intellectual property and patentable technologies.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and technical testing on emerging battery chemistries.
- Assist in the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of laboratory equipment.
- Analyze experimental results and provide technical recommendations.
- Prepare and present technical reports to project teams and stakeholders.
- Participate in project reviews, technical exchanges, and innovation initiatives.

- What We're Looking For

Education

- Master's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field.

Experience
- Around 2 years of experience in R&D;, materials development, or laboratory environments.

Knowledge of Sodium-Ion (Na-ion) batteries and/or Semi-Solid Polymer Lithium-Ion technologies would be a strong advantage. Skills & Competencies

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Curiosity, creativity, and an innovative mindset.
- Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic research environment.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proactive, autonomous, and results-oriented approach.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Professional proficiency in English.

📌 R&D Junior engineer - Battery Advanced materials (M/F) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Saft
📍 Bengaluru