Technical Project Manager

Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Job Summary: Alsym Energy is looking for a self-driven and motivated Battery R&D Project Manager. In this position, the candidate will take a project leadership role responsible for driving R&D efforts investigating innovative advancements in materials and processes for next-generation energy storage technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with Principal Investigators to guide a team of scientists and engineers to deliver against demanding product performance requirements while keeping research schedules and reporting metrics on track. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in battery cell design, chemistry, materials science, or a related field.

Industry Background: Energy storage systems is a rapidly emerging field. Over the last few years, supply-chain constraints and significant safety incidents arising from lithium-ion batteries globally have resulted in a dramatic increase in costs and reduced confidence in the reliability of the technology. Alsym is working on an exciting proprietary battery technology that is expected to compete with state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries while offering the technology at a fraction of the cost and with inherent non-flammability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

1. PhD in a related field will be a bonus.

• 6+ years of industry experience in the battery industry or adjacent field (i.e. fuel cells)
• 2+ years project management, preferably in a research and development environment.
• Strong understanding of materials science principles, characterization techniques, and processing methods. Familiarity with relevant software tools and databases.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and deliver complex projects on time.
• Preferred experience translating computational modeling into applied chemistry
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adjust to changing priorities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Drive the execution and be accountable for the delivery of energy storage research efforts.
• Translate strategic research questions into tactical investigations for project teams.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and motivate cross-functional teams consisting of scientists, engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team, ensuring that projects are executed in accordance with scientific principles and industry best practices.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational challenges that may arise during the course of the project.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of project activities, results, and learnings.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement improvements to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:

We are committed to providing equitable compensation and a healthy working environment for our employees with a benefits package that provides the support that you need. We offer premium medical insurance cost through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental insurance through Bento Dental, offer a flexible Paid Time Off program, and maintain a firm Harassment Policy that includes Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, & Gender Protections. Every employee is also eligible for PFML, 401k, and stock options. A full listing of our benefits may be provided after an offer has been issued.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity & inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.