Sr. Manager of Process Technology

Coreshell's metallurgical Silicon anode technology delivers high capacity, fast-charging, and superior safety. Our low-cost liquid-phase nano-coating addresses critical electrode-surface degradation issues and enables batteries with a Silicon-dominant anode that have higher energy density, superior intrinsic thermal safety, and significantly lower cost/kWh compared to current LIBs. Our Si anode material is lower than the cost of graphite and 100% domestically sourced. We strive to transform the global automotive market by enabling low-cost and long-range EVs as a first step towards net-zero sustainability in the near future.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Manager of Process Technology, to lead our battery manufacturing process engineering organization. This role will be responsible for overseeing cell assembly, electrolyte filling, formation, aging, and related manufacturing processes while driving process innovation, equipment development, quality improvement, and organizational growth. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for next-generation lithium-ion battery manufacturing processes, support scale-up from development to production, and build a high-performing engineering team capable of supporting future business growth.

Core Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead process engineering activities for Cell Assembly, Electrolyte Filling, Formation & Aging, Degassing and Final Sealing, and Process Validation and Qualification.
• Develop and implement manufacturing and processing strategies to improve product quality, throughput, yield, and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions for process and manufacturing quality issues.
• Establish and optimize process parameters, control plans, and manufacturing standards.
• Support advanced battery technologies, including high-loading electrodes, double layer coating electrodes, dry electrode processes.
• Evaluate and introduce new processing technologies, equipment, and manufacturing methods.
• Establish manufacturing process standards, operating procedures, and engineering documentation.
• Develop KPIs and process monitoring systems.
• Improve yield, throughput, equipment utilization, product quality through quantitative and qualitative processes and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Process Development & Scale-Up

• Lead process development efforts from laboratory scale through pilot production and mass production.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), process transfer, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Develop and validate new manufacturing processes to meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.
• Collaborate with equipment engineering and suppliers on FAT, SAT, equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification activities.
• Drive capacity expansion and manufacturing scale-up projects.
• Work closely with R&D, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Operations,,Supply Chain, Equipment Engineering and Suppliers, and Strategic Technology Partners.
• Act as the primary technical interface for process-related discussions with customers, partners, and suppliers.
• Support technology evaluations and external collaborations for advanced battery manufacturing solutions.

People Leadership

• Build, lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers.
• Establish team goals, development plans, and performance expectations.
• Build organizational capability through hiring, training, coaching, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and career development discussions.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or related field. Ph.D. in Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Experience:

• 12+ years of experience in the lithium-ion battery industry including manufacturing, process engineering, or related advanced manufacturing environments.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong experience in Cell Assembly, Formation & Aging, Electrode Manufacturing, Battery Process Development
• Demonstrated experience scaling processes from development to production.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), DOE, PFMEA, and process validation methodologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with pouch, cylindrical and prismatic cell manufacturing.
• Experience with silicon-based anodes and high-energy-density cell technologies.
• Knowledge of dry electrode manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting global manufacturing operations.
• Startup or high-growth company experience.
• Experience in leading factory commissioning, FAT/SAT, and equipment qualification activities.

Benefits & Location: San Leandro, CA. Full-time, onsite, with regular time at the new facility site. Salary range of $160,000-180,000 with stock incentives. Dental, vision, healthcare and 401(k) benefits are included. Applications will be screened as received.

Coreshell Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status under California law.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should notify the recruiting team.