Head of Cell Design and Materials

Ensurge Micropower is seeking a Head of Cell Design and Materials to lead the technical direction for all cell platforms and be accountable for cell level readiness to scale. The ideal candidate has deep experience in cell architecture, materials selection, and team leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or relevant engineering discipline(s)
• 8-12+ years of experience in battery cell design including ownership of cell architecture decisions for commercial and or near commercial products
• Experience with thin-film, microbatteries and/or solid-state battery technology
• Proven experience building, leading, and mentoring high performing technical teams
• Expert-level proficiency in all related design and technical tools (from CAD and simulation to the Microsoft suite)
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical topics to executive leadership, customers, and board-level stakeholders
• Located in, or willing to regularly work on-site in, the San Jose area

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team
• Chance to contribute to the development of groundbreaking solid-state microbatteries