Anode R&d Manager

No matter which country you're in, the transition from an economy based on fossil fuels to one based on sustainable energy sources is well underway. It takes slightly different approaches, and it progresses from different starting points depending on the area, but it's clear, we're all engaged in a global shared "electrification" challenge.

At BASQUEVOLT, our mission is to develop sustainably the best battery materials and cells that will make possible the mass deployment of electric transportation, stationary energy storage, and advanced portable devices. Our proprietary solid-state battery technology will allow us to develop and commercialize safe, high-performance, and affordable products for a diverse portfolio of customers.

To support our mission, we offer the position of **ANODE R&D MANAGER**.

REPORTS TO: R&D Director

MISSION
Be the technical and team lead for the development of anode materials for Basquevolt battery technology.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
1. Material Development:

- Lead the research and development of anode active materials from material design to electrochemical cell integration and validation.
- Lead the anode development roadmap for fast charging, long cycle life, and high energy density battery technology developed by Basquevolt.
- Establish the anode chemistry roadmap in line with the company’s objectives and KPIs.
- Lead the investigation of novel anode materials.
- Develop new anode concepts based on alloys, protected lithium anodes, artificial SEI layers with high performance for Basquevolt battery technology.

2. Material Qualification:

- Manage Li metal and anode supplier relationships, perform material sample evaluation reviews, supplier visits, and anode product qualifications.
- Identify the best Li anode material available on the market.
- Identify the key Li metal anode supplier for Basquevolt.
- Contribute to the improvement of lithium metal anode and the demonstration of semi-solid-state batteries.

3. Team Management:

- Lead key anode development projects within the R&D department to support business goals.
- Support R&D Director to hire and develop R&D personnel.
- Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development.
- Use standard project management techniques to drive assigned projects to completion on schedule and budget.

WHAT WE OFFER:
We are offering a permanent position as ANODE R&D MANAGER that will give you the opportunity to lead and contribute to cutting-edge projects in the field of battery technology. In addition to the appeal of the entire project, BASQUEVOLT offers a competitive basic salary and conditions.

HOW TO APPLY:

- PhD or MSc in Electrochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Materials Science.
- 5+ years in lithium battery research, innovation, and manufacturing industry, or related battery systems.
- 5+ years of experience as a lithium anode expert for battery energy storage systems.
- Proven experience in a relevant lithium battery R&D role.
- Hands-on experience in managing or leading an R&D team of engineers, scientists, and technicians.
- Experience in a fast-paced startup environment.

SOFT SKILLS:

- Leadership: Drive Basquevolt battery technology development from R&D scale to mass production.
- Problem-solving abilities: Ability to face unexpected situations during an ongoing project.
- Strategic thinking: Develop clear plans of action for Basquevolt.
- Effective communication: Understand ongoing tasks and work as a team to produce positive results.
- Collaboration:Align with Basquevolt company goals and objectives.