Production Engineering Manager Jobs

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Seattle and Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Showa Denko, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

The Production Engineering Manager is responsible for supporting the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of a new Battery Active Material (BAM) Factory. This position will lead the production engineering team tasked with the design and construction of the world’s largest production facility of next generation lithium silicon anode materials. The production engineering manager will assure that the production engineering team is trained and staffed to support the needs of a high paced, 24/7 state of the art silicon anode factory.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

-Lead the team of subject matter experts for all 4 main process areas of the plant.

-Coach, develop, and otherwise support the development and continual improvement of both junior and senior level engineers.

-Assist in design, construction, and commissioning of process equipment.

-Work with the R&D team to develop solutions to problems and improve production throughput, cost, product quality and process safety.

-Collect and evaluate data in order to plan experiments to modify and improve processes.

-Develop and contribute manufacturing best practices as well as assist in manufacturing database design/management.

-Collaborate with Research & Development to ensure the manufacturability of new products and processes.

-Collaborate with the maintenance/facilities personnel to improve equipment reliability.

-Resolve technical issues with equipment and processes to keep the production online.

-Organize and create elements for the process safety management (PSM) program.

-Develop procedures to assure safe and correct operation of equipment from day one.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

-Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

-10+ years of chemical, industrial, or design experience.

-Proven experience in leading and developing an engineering team.

-Excellent communication skills and the ability to successfully solve problems.

-Must have demonstrated organizational skills and be detail-oriented.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

-Prior experience at both large and start-up companies.

-Experience in materials production and/or chemical processing.

-Experience with thermal processing equipment or bulk powders processing.

-Experience with either carbon processes or silicon gasses.

-Experience in a process safety management or risk management program covered facility.

-Six-sigma certification or documented training.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The base pay range for this role is $125,000 to $145,000. Actual pay depends on various factors, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.