Technical Program Manager
Lithion Battery Inc., Henderson, NV, United States
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Technical Program Manager
Full Time Salary Henderson USA - Lake Mead, Henderson, NV, US
4 days ago Requisition ID: 1212
Overview
The Technical Program Manager (TPM) – Battery Systems & Manufacturing leads complex, cross functional battery development and manufacturing programs from concept through production ramp and customer delivery. This role serves as the programmatic and technical integrator across battery engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver safe, scalable, and cost effective battery systems aligned with business and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end to end execution of battery system programs spanning design, validation, industrialization, and high volume manufacturing
Drive cross functional alignment across Battery Systems Engineering, BMS, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, IT, and Commercial teams
Translate customer, regulatory, and business requirements into system specifications, manufacturing requirements, milestones, and deliverables
Develop and manage integrated program roadmaps covering prototype builds, pilot lines, production line readiness, and ramp up
Coordinate interfaces between cell suppliers, internal module/pack manufacturing, and contract manufacturing partners
Identify, assess, and mitigate battery specific technical and manufacturing risks including yield, throughput, safety, reliability, and cost
Facilitate trade off decisions involving battery chemistry, form factor, manufacturing processes, automation level, equipment selection, and cost targets
Ensure programs adhere to battery manufacturing standards and quality processes (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP as applicable)
Drive alignment between product design and manufacturing feasibility (DFM/DFA)
Track manufacturing readiness metrics including line capability, yield, scrap, cycle time, and capacity utilization
Report technical, manufacturing, and schedule status to executive leadership
Interface directly with customers on battery system requirements, statements of work (SOW), production timelines, and manufacturing deliverables
Establish and enforce cross functional accountability to development, launch, and production milestones
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in technical program or project management within battery systems, energy storage, EV, or advanced manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of battery system development from concept through production
Demonstrated experience supporting battery or electrochemical manufacturing processes, including cell, module, or pack assembly
Working knowledge of battery manufacturing fundamentals such as electrode handling, cell integration, module/pack assembly, thermal integration, and end of line testing
Experience managing complex, cross functional technical and manufacturing programs
Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Strong business acumen working with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers
Preferred Qualifications
Hands on experience in battery manufacturing engineering, operations, or industrialization
Familiarity with battery production equipment, automation, and process validation
Experience with production ramp ups, pilot lines, and manufacturing scale up
Knowledge of battery safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (e.g., UN38.3, UL, IEC, ISO, automotive or stationary standards)
Experience using Agile, hybrid hardware Agile, or phase gate development models
PMP, PgMP, Agile, or equivalent program/project management certifications
Battery Program & Manufacturing Management
Manufacturing Readiness & Launch Execution
Risk, Dependency, and Yield Management
Executive Level Technical and Operational Communication
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Technical Program Manager
Full Time Salary Henderson USA - Lake Mead, Henderson, NV, US
4 days ago Requisition ID: 1212
Overview
The Technical Program Manager (TPM) – Battery Systems & Manufacturing leads complex, cross functional battery development and manufacturing programs from concept through production ramp and customer delivery. This role serves as the programmatic and technical integrator across battery engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver safe, scalable, and cost effective battery systems aligned with business and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end to end execution of battery system programs spanning design, validation, industrialization, and high volume manufacturing
Drive cross functional alignment across Battery Systems Engineering, BMS, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, IT, and Commercial teams
Translate customer, regulatory, and business requirements into system specifications, manufacturing requirements, milestones, and deliverables
Develop and manage integrated program roadmaps covering prototype builds, pilot lines, production line readiness, and ramp up
Coordinate interfaces between cell suppliers, internal module/pack manufacturing, and contract manufacturing partners
Identify, assess, and mitigate battery specific technical and manufacturing risks including yield, throughput, safety, reliability, and cost
Facilitate trade off decisions involving battery chemistry, form factor, manufacturing processes, automation level, equipment selection, and cost targets
Ensure programs adhere to battery manufacturing standards and quality processes (DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP, PPAP as applicable)
Drive alignment between product design and manufacturing feasibility (DFM/DFA)
Track manufacturing readiness metrics including line capability, yield, scrap, cycle time, and capacity utilization
Report technical, manufacturing, and schedule status to executive leadership
Interface directly with customers on battery system requirements, statements of work (SOW), production timelines, and manufacturing deliverables
Establish and enforce cross functional accountability to development, launch, and production milestones
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in technical program or project management within battery systems, energy storage, EV, or advanced manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of battery system development from concept through production
Demonstrated experience supporting battery or electrochemical manufacturing processes, including cell, module, or pack assembly
Working knowledge of battery manufacturing fundamentals such as electrode handling, cell integration, module/pack assembly, thermal integration, and end of line testing
Experience managing complex, cross functional technical and manufacturing programs
Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Strong business acumen working with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers
Preferred Qualifications
Hands on experience in battery manufacturing engineering, operations, or industrialization
Familiarity with battery production equipment, automation, and process validation
Experience with production ramp ups, pilot lines, and manufacturing scale up
Knowledge of battery safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (e.g., UN38.3, UL, IEC, ISO, automotive or stationary standards)
Experience using Agile, hybrid hardware Agile, or phase gate development models
PMP, PgMP, Agile, or equivalent program/project management certifications
Battery Program & Manufacturing Management
Manufacturing Readiness & Launch Execution
Risk, Dependency, and Yield Management
Executive Level Technical and Operational Communication
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