VP of Battery R&D - Storm4

Job Title: VP of Battery R&D

Industry: Battery Tech

Location: Bay Area

Salary: $250,000+

Company Overview:

An incredible opportunity at an innovative leading energy storage solutions company, seeking a highly experienced VP of Battery R&D for their facility in the Bay Area. The company is renowned for its cutting edge Lithium Cell and energy storage product research, design, development, and manufacturing, serving both commercial and government/military clients.

Position Summary:

The VP of Battery R&D will spearhead the R&D team, driving innovation in energy storage solutions. Responsibilities include proposing, planning, and executing R&D programs, managing budgets and timelines, and acting as the primary technical liaison with customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage R&D programs for government and commercial clients.
• Create and oversee work plans, test plans, and work requests.
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and manage budgets effectively.
• Present research findings internally and to customers.
• Author technical reports and deliver presentations at industry conferences.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Adhere to company policies and safety guidelines.
• Support team management functions and career development for direct reports.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical engineering, physics, materials science, or a related field. An M.S. with substantial industry experience (minimum 10 years) may be considered.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 10 years in the battery or electrochemical energy storage industry, and 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Expertise in battery science, electrochemistry, materials synthesis, and analytical methods.
• Strong project management and customer communication skills.
• Familiarity with battery manufacturing processes and testing equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel for customer visits and industry conferences.
• Compliance with ITAR requirements: Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

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