Equipment Engineering Manager

The Equipment Engineering Manager is an experienced leader of teams that develop Lithium-ion batteries, semiconductors, or similar equipment, on time and within budget. Responsibilities include delivering multiple projects in parallel, experienced in all phases of design from early concept through validation and handoff. The Equipment Engineering Manager will develop a strong and highly-engaged team, soliciting input and debate from all levels in the organization, setting clear standards for work quality, and being a transparent decision-maker.
Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, have prior production engineering experience, take pride in the quality of their work, and work well in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic startup environment.
Join us in building the future of energy.
About
Cuberg is commercializing next-generation battery technology to power the future of electric mobility. The company was acquired in 2021 by Northvolt, a global supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems. As Northvolt's Advanced Technology Center operating in Silicon Valley, Cuberg is developing and commercializing lithium metal batteries, building an innovation ecosystem around lithium-ion technology, and leveraging Northvolt's state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities to rapidly scale up production of advanced batteries.
Responsibilities

• Delivering multiple projects in parallel, experienced in all phases of design from early concept through validation and handoff
• Develop a strong and highly-engaged team, soliciting input and debate from all levels in the organization, setting clear standards for work quality, and being a transparent decision-maker
• Provide inspirational leadership for a team of engineers developing Cuberg's next-generation, processing equipment
• Drive the team to identify and de-risk key technical challenges
• Collaborate with suppliers to design, develop, validate and deploy equipment while also gathering performance data and continually improving reliability and maintainability
• Review and approve key design process work: P&ID, HAZID/HAZOPS, flow and reaction simulations, design verification, factory/site acceptance test plans, and other test plans
• Work collaboratively with your team to support existing tools; support your team in deep troubleshooting and use issues as opportunities for continual improvement
• Collaborate cross-functionally with peers and colleagues in Research, Process Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Safety to develop robust solutions for manufacturing Cuberg's product at low cost and with high quality
• Create opportunities for staff career growth, identify top performers and develop their careers

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing or related field or equivalent in years of relevant experience
• 7+ years of experience in lithium battery manufacturing
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• 5+ years in Manufacturing, Equipment or Industrial Engineering roles
• Experience engaging with equipment vendors, from request-for-proposals to site acceptance testing and deployment

Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including generous stock options, to help you and your family build a healthy and secure future.
The San Francisco / Bay Area base salary range for this full-time position is $180K - $250K + equity + benefits.

• Group health benefits that provide strong support for employee well-being and preventative care, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and flexible savings account plans
• A retirement program that helps build future financial security through both traditional and Roth 401(k) options with employer matching
• Generous paid time off plans to renew and refresh through vacation, personal leave, holidays, and parental leave