Tianyu Meng

About Tianyu Meng

Materials scientist with 6+ years of research and development experience in lithium-ion battery technologies, specializing in disordered rocksalt (DR) cathode materials, gel electrolytes, and solid-state battery systems. Proven expertise in electrode formulation, process optimization, and pilot-scale manufacturing, with a strong foundation in first-principles thinking to connect material properties to electrochemical performance. Skilled in advanced characterization techniques (XRD, SEM, EIS, GC-MS) and failure mechanism investigation, including voltage fade, gas generation, and thermal stability. Experienced in cross-functional project coordination, laboratory management, and delivering results in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments.

Experience

1. Assistant Scientist

   Wildcat Discovery Technologies

   Jul 2024 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Manage electrode engineering programs for disordered rocksalt (DR) cathode materials, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery across project lifecycle.• Develop and scale pilot cathode manufacturing processes (milling, coating, electrode fabrication), coordinating with internal teams and external customers to meet production milestones.• Allocate resources including personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure timely project progress and adherence to quality standards.• Identify technical risks such as voltage fade, gas generation, and thermal instability; develop mitigation strategies based on failure-mechanism analysis.• Provide technical guidance across R&D, quality control, and manufacturing teams; manage laboratory operations and task assignments across groups.

Education

• The University of Akron

  Master of Science (M.S.), Polymer/Plastics Engineering/Material Science and Engineering

• Beijing University of Chemical Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Material Science and Engineering/Polymer/Plastics Engineering

• The University of Akron

  PhD Candidate, Polymer/Plastics Engineering