Senior Manager, Battery R&D

Blue Current is seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Senior Manager, Battery R&D to define and lead the development of cathode technologies optimized for stationary energy storage applications.

Requirements

• Define and lead the cathode development strategy, aligned with product performance, cost, safety, and lifetime requirements.
• Manage end-to-end cathode R&D projects, from materials selection and electrode design through cell validation and manufacturing scale-up.
• Lead development of cathode chemistries optimized for low cost, long cycle life, safety, and calendar life.
• Mentor and manage a high-performing cathode development team, setting technical direction, priorities, and performance goals.
• Collaborate closely with electrolyte, anode, cell engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure robust cell and product designs.
• Own cathode-related technical roadmaps, milestones, and risk assessments, ensuring timely execution against commercialization goals.
• Oversee transition of cathode materials and electrodes from laboratory to pilot and production scale, ensuring quality, yield, and cost targets are met.
• Evaluate external technologies, suppliers, and research partnerships to accelerate development and strengthen the cathode technology portfolio.
• Support intellectual property generation through invention disclosures, patent filings, and high-quality technical documentation.
• Communicate technical progress, trade-offs, and development status to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) or equivalent retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance