Program Manager

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a Program Manager to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. The Program Manager will act as the central resource and driving force for the product and manufacturing process development as well as managing the joint development activities with our partners. This is a critical position that will be essential to making Solid Power’s partnerships and product development a success. 

Job Duties:

• Manage external joint development partner relationships critical to achieving program objectives.
• Regularly interact across functional areas with senior management to ensure joint development program objectives are met.
• Manage and organize interdepartmental activities ensuring completion of joint development deliverables on schedule and within budget.
• Review product documentation and collateral to assure alignment between internal development and external messaging/strategy.
• Develop & maintain effective communication channels with joint development partners and all internal stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional team through the APQP development phases from inception to production for Solid Power EV Battery Cell.
• Support phase-gate reviews and ensure program milestones are achieved.
• Initiate and foster relationships with other groups.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a technical discipline.
• 7+ years of industry experience with 3+ years’ experience in Program Management role with product development focus.
• Customer facing experience as a Program Manager.
• Proven ability to lead and influence thinking / gain acceptance of others at all levels of an organization and in sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated cross functional team leadership and consensus building skills.
• Thorough knowledge of phase gate methodology.
• Strong communication skills, analytical skills, and thorough understanding of product development.
• Rapid learner who thrives in a fast‐paced start‐up environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or higher in a technical discipline or MBA.
• Battery cell development experience.
• Automotive industry experience (OEM / tier 1) with thorough APQP knowledge.
• Product development experience with joint development partners.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel & Power BI.

Salary Range: $77,000 - $162,000/year

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, PTO, cell phone reimbursement and participation in our bonus and equity plans.

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