Battery Manufacturing & Operations Director

SES

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Full Time

Posted November 26, 2025

$200k - $220k

Energy Storage

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Job Description

The SES AI Hermes team is seeking an exceptional Battery Manufacturing & Operations Director to lead pilot-scale cell manufacturing, drive prototype execution, and oversee process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Operations Leadership
Lead and manage all aspects of pilot-scale cell manufacturing and prototype execution, focusing on various cell designs (pouch, EV, ESS).
Drive the establishment of pilot lines, define SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and lead QA/QC processes for production scheduling and test data management.
Oversee the entire technology scale-up process, ensuring that R&D next-generation battery concepts are ready for mass production.
Product & Customer Program Management
Serve as the Product Execution Director for technical customer programs, managing the process to deliver validated battery components and systems.
Drive the NPI (New Product Introduction) process and utilize quality assurance methodologies like DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report).
Develop and maintain extended relationships within OEM organizations, including technology specification teams and purchasing, by identifying their product/application and service needs.
Cross-Functional Strategy
Provide cross-functional leadership, effectively bridging the technical gaps between R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality organizations.

Requirements

Profile Match: A background profile as a Material Scientist who transitioned into a high-level Operations and Product Execution Director role.
Industry Background: Previous experience working within an Automobile OEM or a leading EV battery manufacturer.
Quality Systems: Advanced proficiency in using DFMEA/DVP&R methodologies in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
The salary range for this position as required under applicable pay transparency laws.
Salary Range
$200,000
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$220,000 USD

Benefits & Perks

A highly competitive salary and robust benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage and an attractive equity/stock options program within our NYSE-listed company.
The opportunity to contribute directly to a meaningful scientific project—accelerating the global energy transition—with a clear and broad public impact.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative environment at the intersection of AI and material science, driving the next generation of battery technology.
Significant opportunities for professional growth and career development as you work alongside leading experts in AI, R&D, and engineering.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and proprietary technologies are used to discover and deploy AI-enhanced battery solutions.