Sr Manager, Battery Scaleup

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About Blue Current

Blue Current (the “Company”) is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current’s fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Blue Current’s silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current’s team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, California. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit http://bluecurrent.com.

Position Summary

The Sr Manager, Battery Scaleup leads all battery assembly engineering in Advanced Manufacturing, turning coated electrodes into finished, validated large-format cells , modules, and packs, and scaling each of those products t hrough pilot and commercial production. This leader owns battery assembly process development with a strong emphasis on equipment and process scale-up, working with the Equipment and Process Scaleup team to design, procure , and implement assembly equipment, and with the Electrode Scaleup team on incoming electrode specifications . The role extends past the assembly line into large-format cell validation and testing, including external validation and safety testing, in partnership with Cell Engineering’s test engineering team. This leader is also part of the core group shaping Blue Current’s battery module and pack concepts, bringing an assembly and productization perspective and finding where cell-level processes can make module and pack assembly and testing faster and better. Success means batteries that are built consistently, validated credibly , and ready to scale.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Builds and leads the battery assembly engineering team in Advanced Manufacturing, setting priorities, coaching, managing performance, developing technical depth, and driving/maintaining rigorous safety and quality practices
• Owns cell assembly process development across electrode handling, punching, alignment, lamination, stacking, tab welding, and sealing, with a focus on quality, throughput, and holistic process improvement
• Partners with the Equipment and Process Scaleup team on assembly equipment design, selection, procurement, acceptance testing, and implementation, defining the process requirements equipment must meet
• Sets cell assembly process specifications and works with Process Quality on control points and acceptance criteria for finished cells, modules, and packs
• Develops roadmap with, and gives design input to, module and pack development team, and builds a team to build modules and packs, including all necessary process and quality development/implementation
• Works with the Electrode Scaleup team on incoming electrode specifications and handoff requirements, and resolves issues at th

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applicable battery and electrical safety protocols is required

• Occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs
• Prolonged periods of screen-based work for data review, planning, documentation, and communication
• Regular use of personal protective equipment including safety glasses, gloves, and lab coat; additional protective equipment may be required depending on materials handled
• Able to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodically
• Travel estimated at 10–15% of working time, domestic and international, for factory acceptance testing, external test laboratories, and vendor visits
• Standard weekday business hours; occasional off-hours availability may be required during builds, validation campaigns, or equipment installations

Salary Range
$165,000 — $200,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Blue Current is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At-Will Employment & Disclaimer

Employment at Blue Current is at-will. This means that either the employee or Blue Current may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason, with or without cause, and with or without advance notice, subject to applicable law. This job description does not create an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the at-will nature of the employment relationship. The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications described herein are subject to change at the Company's discretion and do not represent all tasks that may be required of this role.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.