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Blue Current

Senior Manager, Battery R&D

Hayward, CA
USD 167k - 183k
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Description

Senior Manager, Battery R&D

Location: Hayward CA

Department: R&D

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

Blue Current is seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Senior Manager, Battery R&D to define and lead the development of cathode technologies optimized for stationary energy storage applications. This role is pivotal in translating cathode materials and electrode innovations into robust, scalable solutions that meet performance, cost, safety, and lifetime requirements. The ideal candidate combines deep cathode and electrode expertise with strong people and program leadership, enabling effective execution, data-driven decision-making, and effective risk management. This leader will collaborate closely with electrolyte, anode, cell engineering, and manufacturing teams to accelerate technology readiness and ensure a clear, reliable path to commercialization.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the cathode development strategy, aligned with product performance, cost, safety, and lifetime requirements. 
  • Manage end-to-end cathode R&D projects, from materials selection and electrode design through cell validation and manufacturing scale-up.
  • Lead development of cathode chemistries optimized for low cost, long cycle life, safety, and calendar life.
  • Mentor and manage a high-performing cathode development team, setting technical direction, priorities, and performance goals.
  • Collaborate closely with electrolyte, anode, cell engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure robust cell and product designs.
  • Own cathode-related technical roadmaps, milestones, and risk assessments, ensuring timely execution against commercialization goals.
  • Oversee transition of cathode materials and electrodes from laboratory to pilot and production scale, ensuring quality, yield, and cost targets are met.
  • Evaluate external technologies, suppliers, and research partnerships to accelerate development and strengthen the cathode technology portfolio.
  • Support intellectual property generation through invention disclosures, patent filings, and high-quality technical documentation.
  • Communicate technical progress, trade-offs, and development status to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Uphold strong safety, documentation, and data integrity practices

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • Ph.D. or M.S. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrochemistry, or a related field

Experience

  • 8+ years of experience in battery materials
  • Hands-on experience with solid-state battery technologies, including cathode design, integration, and interface optimization
  • Proven experience leading cathode development programs from early research through scale-up and commercialization
  • Demonstrated experience working with solid electrolytes such as sulfides, oxides, and polymer electrolytes
  • Proven ability to build and lead teams in dynamic startup environments

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of cathode–electrolyte interfacial phenomena, especially in solid-state batteries
  • Deep expertise in cathode active materials such as NMC, LFP, LMFP, and LMO
  • Expertise in cathode formulation, electrode processing, degradation mechanisms, and performance optimization for long cycle life and safety
  • Strong knowledge of electrochemical testing methodologies (EIS, GITT, HPPC, CV) and data interpretation
  • Proficiency with analytical and characterization tools (SEM, XRD, TGA, FTIR, DSC)
  • Strong project management and cross-functional communication skills
  • Demonstrated ownership, structured problem-solving, and delivery against milestones
  • Commitment to safety and high standards for data quality and reliability

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience leading multidisciplinary R&D teams while defining technical roadmaps and development milestones
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with cell design, manufacturing, and external partners

Core Values — Minimum Qualifications

Safety & Security First

For employees, customers, and intellectual property
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment, including adherence to workplace safety protocols, data privacy standards, and confidentiality requirements.
  • Proven ability to identify and appropriately escalate potential risks to personnel, customers, or sensitive information.

Trust & Respect

Treat everyone with honesty, dignity, and sensitivity. Embrace different perspectives. Be humble.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and working styles.
  • Track record of maintaining professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all workplace interactions.

Ownership & Accountability

Take responsibility and action. Set goals and deliver. Don't wait for others.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, execute, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Proven track record of setting measurable goals, meeting deadlines, and taking initiative to resolve challenges proactively.

Technical Excellence

Always strive for the best solution possible.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement in delivering work product, solutions, and outcomes within area of expertise.
  • Ability to evaluate options critically and apply sound judgment to identify the most effective and scalable solution.

Learn & Be Curious

Think outside the box. Always learning.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly acquire new skills, tools, or domain knowledge in response to evolving business needs.
  • Proven track record of applying creative or unconventional thinking to solve problems.

Be Resourceful

Be hungry, frugal, and flexible. Use what you have. Find a way.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver results in resource-constrained environments by maximizing existing tools, processes, and partnerships.
  • Proven ability to adapt and find effective solutions in ambiguous or rapidly changing situations.

Delight Customers

Build stronger relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Demonstrated commitment to understanding and exceeding the needs of internal and/or external customers.
  • Track record of building and maintaining strong, trust-based relationships that drive positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

 

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  • Required to wear personal protective equipment when applicable. 
  • Able to pass a respirator fit test and wear a respirator periodically.
  • Able to work in an office, lab, and manufacturing environment with chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and electrical hazards.
Salary Range
$135,900—$172,000 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.

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