Our mission
At Electrogenos, we’re building technology to make green hydrogen competitive at scale. We focus on reducing the cost and complexity of hydrogen production so it can replace fossil-based alternatives across real-world applications. We’re an early-stage team working at the intersection of electrochemistry, manufacturing, and deployment.
About The Role
We are looking for a Corrosion & Coatings Scientist to lead experimental work on materials durability, protective coatings, and corrosion behaviour in electrochemical environments. This role sits at the intersection of corrosion science, functional electroplating, and electrochemical characterisation.
You will bring deep knowledge of multi-layer nickel coating systems—including triplex nickel, electroless Ni-P, and Ni/Cr architectures—and apply that expertise to electrode and component protection strategies for alkaline water electrolysis systems.
You will design and run corrosion testing programmes, use Pourbaix diagrams and Tafel analysis to understand thermodynamic and kinetic corrosion behaviour, and contribute directly to electroplating-based fabrication processes at the core of our technology.
Tasks
Investigate corrosion and degradation mechanisms in alkaline electrochemical environments
Design, develop, and optimise multi-layer nickel coating systems for corrosion protection and functional performance
Characterise electrochemical activity relationships between coating layers, including potential differences across semi-bright, bright, and microporous nickel deposits
Apply Pourbaix diagram analysis to predict thermodynamic stability and corrosion domains
Perform Tafel extrapolation and corrosion kinetics analysis to quantify corrosion rates
Design and carry out accelerated corrosion and durability testing including STEP testing, salt spray, and immersion methods
Perform electrochemical measurements: LPR, Tafel, EIS, CV
Support electroplating-based catalyst and electrode fabrication
Characterise materials using SEM/EDS, optical microscopy, and cross-sectional analysis
Document results and communicate findings through technical reports
Essential Skills
MSc or PhD in Corrosion Science, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, Surface Engineering, or related discipline
Knowledge of multi-layer nickel coating systems and their corrosion protection mechanisms
Proficiency in Pourbaix diagram interpretation and Tafel kinetics analysis
Experience with electrochemical measurement techniques (EIS, CV, Tafel, LPR)
Experience with accelerated corrosion testing methods
Laboratory-based experimental research experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desirable Skills
Hands-on experience with electroplating processes (Watts, sulfamate, or electroless nickel baths)
Experience with STEP testing and multi-layer coating potential relationships
Experience with materials and coatings in concentrated alkaline environments (KOH, NaOH)
Materials characterisation: SEM/EDS, XRF, profilometry
Knowledge of hydrogen technologies or water electrolysis
Experience in industrial R&D, national laboratory, or Catapult centre
Your profile
You think in Pourbaix diagrams and Tafel slopes. You may be a few years past your PhD, having built depth in a postdoctoral or specialist R&D role, and are looking for a fast-moving company where your expertise is the core technology, not a support function.
Why us?
Your expertise is our core technology — central, not peripheral
Shape electrode protection strategy at a stage where design decisions still matter
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team at the cutting edge of alkaline water electrolysis
High ownership in an early-stage deep-tech company
Competitive salary and benefits