Nicholas Grundish

About Nicholas Grundish

As an executive at EnergyX Inc, I build and scale technology-driven businesses at the intersection of electrochemistry, materials science, and energy innovation.With a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin under Nobel Laureate John Goodenough, I developed deep expertise in advanced battery chemistries, including sodium-ion, solid-state lithium metal, and lithium-sulfur systems. My early technical career also encompassed work in electrochemical catalysis for carbon dioxide reduction, hydrogen evolution, and oxygen processes.At EnergyX, I founded and lead the Battery Innovation Laboratory and lithium metal anode prototyping division as Vice President of Battery Technology. Over the past four years, my role has evolved from hands-on technical leadership to scaling manufacturing operations, building cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives critical to the company\'s growth.I am passionate about solving complex problems at the intersection of technology, operations, and commercialization — with the goal of delivering sustainable energy solutions that have real-world impact. I believe that technical innovation, when paired with operational excellence and business strategy, is the key to leaving the world better than we found it.

Experience

1. VP of Battery Technology

   EnergyX

   Jun 2021 — Present · Austin, TX, US

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Mechanical Engineering

  2012 — 2016

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Materials Science and Engineering