Conner Fear

Conner Fear is a Senior Battery Characterization & Test Engineer at Enphase Energy since August 2022. Prior to this role, Conner completed a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, focusing on thermal safety and degradation interactions in lithium-ion batteries while serving as a Graduate Research Assistant from August 2017 to August 2022. At Texas A&M University from January 2014 to July 2017, Conner worked as a Research Assistant, examining mechanisms that influence lithium-ion battery performance and lifespan and presenting research on external shorting and over-discharge. Additional experience includes positions as a Research Technician at Lynntech, Inc., where Conner developed cathode materials for solid-state batteries, and as a Research Intern at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, testing carbon black samples for supercapacitors. Other previous roles include assistant management and lifeguard positions, showcasing a diverse skill set.