PhD Scholar Position – Li-ion Battery Calendering Process Optimization | BITS Pilani Hyderabad | WIPRO WIN Fellowship
BITS Pilani Hyderabad as a PhD Scholar (Mechanical Engineering) under WIPRO WIN Fellowship. Work on Li-ion battery calendering process optimization. Apply by 18th July 2025. Stipend up to ₹42,000.
Post Date: July 8, 2025
Organization: Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
Project Title:
Design and Optimization of a Calendering Process for Water-based Slurries for Enhancing the Production of Li-Ion Battery Cells
Job Description
BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, invites applications for a PhD Scholar position under the WIPRO WIN Fellowship in the Mechanical Engineering Department. The selected candidate will work on optimizing the calendering process for Li-ion battery electrode manufacturing, focusing on water-based slurries to improve battery cell production efficiency.
Essential Qualifications:
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M.Tech/M.E. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science / Energy Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering or related fields.
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First Class (or equivalent) with ≥60% aggregate in UG & PG.
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Exceptional B.Tech graduates (First Class, >8.0 GPA) may also apply.
Desirable Qualifications:
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Background in Li-ion battery materials, cell manufacturing, or electrode fabrication.
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Knowledge of slurry formulation, calendering processes, and rheology.
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Experience in mechanical design, heat/mass transfer, materials characterization.
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Familiarity with modeling/simulation (COMSOL, ANSYS), DoE, and process optimization.
Fellowship & Duration:
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Stipend: ₹37,000 + 27% HRA (or up to ₹42,000 based on performance).
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Duration: 4 years (full-time at BITS Hyderabad).
How to Apply?
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Submit CV & Cover Letter via Google Form: https://forms.gle/cX3HLBiLStwbevYd7
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Last Date: 18th July 2025.
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Selection Process:
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Shortlisting based on CV.
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Telephonic/Video Interview.
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Final Interview (online).
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Contact Information:
Dr. Abhishek Sarkar
Department of Mechanical Engineering
BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
Email: abhisheks@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in
Phone: +91 40 66303 772
Website: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/hyderabad/