Omar Chaarawi
About Omar Chaarawi
Omar Chaarawi is a Scientist II at Solid Power, Inc., where he has worked since 2023, focusing on solid-state battery research and safety characterization. He has a diverse background in engineering and research, with previous roles at Trimble Inc., NCAR, and various academic institutions.
Work at Solid Power
Omar Chaarawi is currently employed as a Scientist II at Solid Power, Inc. since 2023. He works on-site in Louisville, Colorado. In this role, he focuses on solid-state battery research and development, specifically performing safety characterization. His expertise includes studying degradation mechanisms that can lead to thermal runaway in solid-state batteries. Prior to his current position, he served as Scientist I at Solid Power for three months in 2023 and also worked as a Research Technician I from 2022 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Omar Chaarawi holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Ithaca College, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education at the University of Colorado Boulder, obtaining a degree in Computer Science from 2020 to 2022. His academic background supports his work in solid-state battery research, particularly in safety characterization and degradation mechanisms.
Background
Omar Chaarawi has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in research and engineering. He began his career as a Biochemistry Research Assistant at Ithaca College and later held positions such as Head Polymer Research Assistant. His experience extends to software engineering, having worked as a Software Engineer I at Charter Communications and as a Research Software Engineer at the Autonomous Robotics and Perception Group. He also interned at the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Previous Employment
Before joining Solid Power, Omar Chaarawi worked at Trimble Inc. as a Data Engineer for eight months in 2021 and 2022. His earlier roles include working as a Crew Chief and Commercial Driver at Gentle Giant Moving Co. for four years. His varied experiences across different industries contribute to his skill set in research and technology.