What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battery Engineering Lab Manager position at Re:Build Manufacturing?
Re:Build Battery Solutions is a turnkey battery provider focused on the design, development and manufacturing of durable, high-quality battery packs for motive and stationary energy storage applications. We also offer custom and off-the-shelf battery management systems (BMS) and we design and build battery process lines. We are committed to strengthening the US battery value chain by providing reliable, cost-effective, domestic technology solutions and exceptional customer service. Re:Build Battery Solutions is part of Re:Build Manufacturing, a family of industrial businesses combining pioneering enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company.
Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.
Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.
Who we are looking for
Re:Build Battery Solutions is seeking a skilled and experienced Battery Engineering Lab Manager to lead the daily operations of our pioneering battery pack assembly facility. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in battery technologies with strong leadership skills to manage a dynamic team and ensure the successful execution of projects. This role will be essential in realizing a variety of robust battery pack designs and will bring to bear sophisticated manufacturing, comprehensive data collection, and principles of Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
What you get to do
- Supervise and maintain the laboratory’s infrastructure, equipment, and resources to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
- Oversee scheduling and prioritization of testing, prototype assembly, method development, and testing/analysis activities.
- Work with the Battery Design team to optimize pack design and performance and the Battery Manufacturing team to ensure DFM.
- Collaborate with the production team to ensure flawless transition from development to production and support production validation and solving when needed.
- Ensure alignment with safety and quality standards, including consistency with company and regulatory guidelines.
- Create and lead and mentor a team of battery engineers and technicians.
- Provide training, technical guidance, and performance feedback to team members.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the lab.
- Coordinate and manage numerous projects related to battery pack assembly, testing, and optimization.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets, and work you're doing to ensure successful completion.
- Work together with internal and external collaborators to align lab activities with organizational goals.
- Oversee the design and execution of experiments to evaluate battery performance, safety, and durability.
- Analyze test data and provide insights to advise product development and decision-making.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in battery pack assembly technologies and integrate innovative methodologies into lab practices.
What you bring to the team
- BS or MS in Battery Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in battery development and testing.
- Strong understanding of battery pack assembly methods, testing protocols, and associated data analysis and interpretation.
- Careful data collection and record keeping skills
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of lab safety protocols and regulations.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with advanced battery technologies (e.g., solid-state, lithium-ion, sodium-ion).
- Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools for battery design.
- Strong communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration.
Working Conditions:
- Primarily lab-based with occasional travel to partner facilities or conferences.
- Hands-on interaction with testing equipment and prototypes may be required.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience, annual bonus and long term incentive.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Location Requirement: Position is based out of our Pittsburgh PA.
The BIG payoff
We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.
Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.
Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.
