Reshape the Future of Energy. With Us.
At Skellium, we’re not just building better batteries — we’re redefining what’s possible for electric mobility. Based in Aachen and backed by the EXIST Research Transfer programme, we’ve developed a breakthrough manufacturing process for lithium-metal anodes that makes next-generation solid-state batteries safer, more efficient, and ready for scale. Think: EVs with 1,000+ km range. That’s the world we’re building.
We’re a small, ambitious team at the very beginning of something big — and we’re looking for a Master’s student who wants to be part of it.
Master’s Thesis | Development of coating tools — Lithium-Metal Anodes
Your Mission
Liquid lithium is one of the most demanding materials to work with — highly reactive, unforgiving, and at the very heart of what makes Skellium’s process unique. You will develop and engineer a slot die nozzle specifically designed for handling liquid lithium under laboratory conditions, taking full account of its exceptional material properties and reactivity. This is a rare opportunity to work on a core piece of hardware where your engineering decisions have a direct impact on process safety, stability, and Skellium’s path to scale.
What You’ll Work On
- Develop and dimension a slot die nozzle tailored to the specific demands of liquid lithium processing
- Account for the material’s high reactivity and unique properties to ensure a safe and process-stable design
- Plan and execute targeted experimental series to investigate relevant process parameters
- Derive fundamental optimisation approaches for the further development of the nozzle geometry and design
- Validate the developed nozzle on the existing production system
- Evaluate its functionality and process stability under real operating conditions
Who You Are
- Currently enrolled in an Engineering programme (Industrial Engineering preferred) at a top European university
- Solid understanding of the battery market and its key dynamics
- Structured and self-driven — you take ownership and follow through
- Curious about complex problems and energised by the idea of working at the frontier of deep tech
- A team player who communicates openly and contributes to a collaborative culture
- Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
What You Get
- Real responsibility from day one in an early-stage deep tech start-up
- Direct access to founders and industry experts
- Flexible working arrangements and clearly scoped tasks
- The chance to shape Skellium’s strategy — your thesis won’t sit in a drawer
- A front-row seat to building a company from the ground up