Head of Materials Development

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PowerCo

Collaborate with materials suppliers to develop next generation materials for high energy LiB products;
Work on sourcing low-cost cathode, anode, separator and electrolyte for cost optimization;
Evaluate, screen and implement materials for cell product development;
Resolve issues related to materials used for current/next generation products;
Validate materials to meet battery specifications and support technically to qualify materials suppliers/sources;
Disciplinary and professional management of the technology team;
Design and structure of the organization;
Definition and implementation of internal and external work processes;
Define, edit & control subprojects in the field of SolidState Battery technology;
Structuring of collaboration with cooperation partners in the environment of SolidState battery against the background of an ever-changing Technology and market environment;
Scouting and benchmarking of future technologies (product and production process) in the ASSB environment;
Development / identification of potentials for the improvement of product and process properties;
Management of sub-projects regarding industrialization approaches (product and process);
Assumption of technical responsibility to ensure the individual objectives in the course of the project;
Creation and presentation of technical decision presentations in relevant committees and circles.

Completed studies in materials science, chemistry or comparable qualification;
10+ years of leading materials (cathode, anode, separator and electrolyte) development for cell projects in leading LiB manufacturers;
Deep understanding from materials development, cost structure, scale up and production processes (PPAP);
Extensive experience working with materials vendors;
Interpretation skill from materials properties to cell level performances;
Need experience in adopting materials development to series cell developments (such as A, B samples for OEMs);
Strong ability to work in a team and a high degree of initiative;
Skills in communication and collaboration with business partners in English;
Must have experience as a manager.