Jongwan Kim
About Jongwan Kim
Jongwan Kim is a Senior Electrode Engineer at Northvolt, where he has worked since 2024. He holds a master's degree in organic materials from Jeonbuk National University and has previous experience in various engineering roles at VINATech Co., Ltd. and FREYR Battery.
Work at Northvolt
Jongwan Kim currently serves as a Senior Electrode Engineer at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2024. He is based in Vasteras, where he contributes to the development and optimization of electrode materials for battery technologies. His role involves applying his expertise in materials science to enhance the performance and efficiency of battery components.
Education and Expertise
Jongwan Kim studied at Jeonbuk National University, where he focused on organic materials, achieving a master's degree from 2013 to 2015. This academic background provides him with a solid foundation in materials science, which is essential for his work in the battery industry. His education has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to innovate in electrode engineering.
Background in Engineering
Before joining Northvolt, Jongwan Kim gained extensive experience in the engineering field. He worked at VINATech Co., Ltd. as a Test Engineer from 2018 to 2021, where he was involved in testing and quality assurance processes. He then transitioned to FREYR Battery as a Technical Engineer specializing in Slurry and Powder from 2022 to 2024, further honing his technical skills in battery materials.
Previous Roles at VINATech Co., Ltd.
Jongwan Kim's career at VINATech Co., Ltd. began as a Research and Development Engineer from 2015 to 2018. In this role, he focused on developing new materials and processes for battery applications. His experience at VINATech provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the battery manufacturing process, which he later applied in his subsequent positions.