Battery Project Manager

Seeking Battery Project Manager with 5+ years of managing projects/programs with battery cell and/or packs.

Job Purpose

The Battery Project Manager will work collaboratively in teams of: scientists (chemists, physicists, computer, etc.); engineers (mechanical, electrical, aerospace, chemical, materials, software, computer, etc.); technical leaders (both internal and external); business leaders (strategic, sales, marketing, finance, etc.); and, customers (both internal and external.)  The Battery Project Engineer will contribute to the team to advance a cell and/or battery pack from concept through detailed design, testing, and delivery. They will advance the development and integration of the system to deliver solutions that solve customer’s challenges.  The engineer is expected to execute technical work in their field of specialization or expertise and is expected to have an awareness of the best practices, standards, or methods in their technical field and to complete technical tasks according to the expectations and objectives of divisional and program leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualified Candidates will be able to support several (not necessarily all) of the following:

• Manage, lead, and contribute to power and energy projects from conceptual design (i.e. preliminary designs, new cell chemistry, pack designs, etc.) through prototype demonstration.
• Operate as principal investigator (PI) on power and energy programs.
• Perform appropriate analysis and oversight of engineering tasks including: cell design and chemistry, electrolyte formulation, cell builds, battery pack design, and battery management systems (BMS).
• Perform trade studies on systems and components supporting advanced concepts and platforms.
• Present detailed data and design recommendations based on findings and prepare reports, presentations, drawings, and other engineering data.
• Comply with deadlines set by program or divisional leadership.
• Understand and analyze cell and battery pack characteristics, testing, and integration.
• Effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and troubleshoot issues with cells.
• Identify and implement strategies for achieving cell and pack objectives, requirements and certifications.
• Interface with customer and government point of contacts.
• Support the pursuit of new business opportunities through proposal writing, opportunity identification and participation in meetings

To be successful in CRG’s corporate culture, Qualified Candidates must also be able:

• Perform in the dynamic environment of a growing small business

• Work in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment
• Participate in multiple technical programs at once (typically 3 or 4 programs simultaneously)
• Apply a get-it-done, and get-it-done-right mindset coupled with attention to detail
• Apply proactive and reactive problem-solving skills: Be a self-starter
• Quickly understand new technology areas and manage and adapt to rapidly changing needs
• Communicate technical results, plans, and issues with internal and external customers, including presenting and writing reports and proposals
• Support pursuit of new business opportunities through proposal writing, opportunity identification and participation in meetings
• Stay current in technology advancements and embrace growth opportunities

Requirements

• Exclusive US citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance is required
• BS (MS or PhD desired) in engineering or equivalent from an accredited university is required
• Minimum 5 years industry experience with battery cell and/or pack development
• Able to work in a dry-room

Benefits

Eligible employees of Cornerstone Research Group (CRG) have access to a wealth of health, wellness, and work-life balance benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO: 5 weeks of annual paid time off
• Paid holidays (federal holiday schedule)
• Family-friendly schedule flexibility
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible savings account (FSA)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Group term life
• Voluntary term life
• 401(k) retirement account with employer match contribution
• Wellness incentive opportunities
• Casual, flexible work environment
• Free coffee and soft drinks in the office
• Social events
• Free parking

Salary Range: $90,000 - $150,000 depending on experience

OUR COMPANY

Cornerstone Research Group, Inc. (CRG), near Dayton, Ohio, is an Aerospace and Defense company that develops and delivers innovative, customer-focused technology solutions.

When you join our dynamic and rapidly-growing organization, you will collaborate closely within our multi-disciplinary team of Engineers and Scientists to rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across a broad range of technology areas, including our core business areas:

Aerospace Systems
quiet electric propulsion; electric aircraft systems; design-build-fly prototypes
Power and Energy
battery technology; portable power systems; power conversion, management, and distribution; vehicle electrification
Advanced Materials and Manufacturing
composite design and fabrication; high temperature material and process development
Medical & Sensor Technology
health & wellness products; patient care; wearables; environment monitoring and protection

The environment is dynamic but highly flexible with many exciting problem-solving opportunities and room to define future areas of technical growth for the organization.

WHO ARE WE?

CRG’s multidisciplinary team has successfully tackled our customers’ most challenging problems with discipline, creativity and flexibility in core business areas including aerospace systems, power and energy, advanced materials and manufacturing, medical technology, and sensor systems. This has resulted in CRG being recognized as a leader in innovation, in technology commercialization, and in providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. Because of the nature of our work, exclusive U.S. citizenship is required for employment, and employees may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance. To learn more about us, please visit: www.crgrp.com.

OUR VALUES

Our employees are our most important assets. Our team mentality is key to our success. We value:

-Honesty and Integrity

-Respect and Dedication

-Innovation and Collaboration

-Humility, Agility, and Will

We run fast but value work-life balance and flexibility. Our entrepreneurial / intrapreneurial mindset fosters our growth.

CRG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.