Battery Design​/Pilot Manuf Mgr

Job Summary

The Battery Design and Pilot Manufacturing Manager will oversee the pilot manufacturing processes for various battery cell types and include working with customers to ensure that innovative battery solutions can be designed and built. The position plays a central role in our mission to advance battery technology.

Requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Five plus (5+) years’ experience in battery design and manufacturing.
• Previous experience in battery manufacturing and new product integration. Familiarity with both process and discrete manufacturing operations.
• Experience with data capture and standard data structures.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Experience with quality control methods, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and DFMEA. Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis tools.

Knowledge of the design and manufacturing of cylindrical and pouch cells. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, Siemens NX) and simulation tools. Excellent leadership and project management skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to work collaboratively with academic and industrial partners. Ability to interface with new customers. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

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Hands‑on Equipment Design, Setup and Troubleshooting – Responsible for the physical setup, operation, and maintenance of pilot‑scale manufacturing equipment in battery cell production which includes configuring and operating machinery for key processes such as mixing, coating, calendaring slitting and cell assembly. Also responsible for reviewing, diagnosing, and repairing equipment malfunctions.
• Mentoring and Managing Others – Responsible for overseeing and guiding pilot line employees in their day‑to‑day task to include establishing and ensuring appropriate working conditions and process controls. Assigning and coordinating daily performance tasks to the pilot line team and ensuring completion. Providing ongoing feedback on individual performance and production outcomes.
• Work with Customers to Develop Cell Design and Build Plans – Responsible for working directly with customers and partners to develop customized battery cell designs and manufacturing plans. This includes communicating with the customer to partner and build cells to the customer specifications. Design and develop presentations, testing procedures and manufacturing workflows for customer approval. Successful delivery of the desired final elements to the customer.
• Writing Customer and Grant Reports – Responsible for compiling and presenting results from battery manufacturing and testing activities for external stakeholders, including customers and grant agencies. This includes analyzing data from manufacturing and testing processes using software tools to generate plots, charts, and written summaries. Preparing formal reports that communicate findings, methodologies, and outcomes ensuring deliverables meet customer expectations and grant requirements.
• Travel to Customers and Conferences – Attend trade shows, and customer sites to support battery cell development and promote institutional capabilities. This can include traveling via ground and air transportation to attend events and meetings, delivering presentations and participating in technical discussions, building new relationships and maintaining existing partnerships with industry stakeholders.
• Tours and Training Activities – Responsible for hosting visitors at the CIBI site, including academic, industry, and government stakeholders. This includes conducting guided tours of the facility, explaining ongoing research, manufacturing processes, and equipment functions. Provide context and insights into the site’s role in battery cell development.