Director of Engineering

Group14 Technologies is a pioneering company in the silicon battery industry, dedicated to meeting the increasing global demand for energy. With headquarters and factories in Washington State, a silane factory in Germany, and a joint venture factory in South Korea, Group14 collaborates with battery manufacturers and leading OEMs to enhance performance across various sectors. Our innovative silicon battery material, SCC55™, offers superior performance benefits for applications ranging from smartphones to electric vehicles. We are committed to electrifying the world through sustainable solutions available today.

We are looking for a Director of Engineering who will be responsible for reviewing, selecting, and implementing major equipment and process improvements to optimize production efficiencies, reduce CAPEX costs, enhance environmental stewardship, and support the manufacturing of new products. The ideal candidate will provide engineering leadership over the team while advising executive management on technological roadmaps and strategic goals. This role involves managing engineering personnel and setting SMART goals for individual growth within the company.

The Director of Engineering at Group14 will drive process and equipment improvements for battery materials manufacturing by overseeing plant engineers, process engineers, materials scientists, drafters, and modelers. They will lead capital projects associated with process development while ensuring safety design principles are followed throughout the engineering processes. Additionally, this role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that enhance production quality and efficiency. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering along with extensive experience in chemical manufacturing environments.

If you are an experienced engineering leader with a passion for innovation and sustainability, we invite you to apply for this position at Group14 Technologies. This role is ideal for individuals with 10+ years of industrial engineering experience who possess strong leadership skills in technology transfer projects. Join us in our mission to create a more sustainably powered world through cutting-edge battery technologies that make a difference today.

• 10+ years of engineering experience in an industrial or pilot development environment
• 5+ years of engineering leadership experience
• Experience in technology transfer leadership in an industrial setting
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with chemical manufacturing and related equipment
• Capital projects management ($5 million)

• Drive process and equipment improvements for Group14 battery materials Manufacturing
• Direct process development and engineering teams consisting of plant engineers, process engineers, materials scientists, drafters, and modelers
• Direct all aspects of capital projects associated with process development
• Support project engineers in the execution and delivery of projects

• Process Development
• Engineering Leadership
• Technology Transfer Leadership
• Chemical Manufacturing Equipment Experience
• Capital Projects Management

Seniority Level: Executive Level

• Director

Job Functions: Engineering

• Process Development
• Capital Projects Management
• Technology Transfer Leadership

Industries : Technology

• Chemical Manufacturing
• R&D