Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

Company: Anode Technology Company

About Us:

Anode exists to accelerate the monumental shift away from the supersystem of extraction, processing, and burning of fossil fuels - toward lightweight capture and consumption from entirely renewable sources. While decarbonization seems to be beyond our horizon, we remain undaunted, the long arc of energy consumption must bend toward sustainability. We believe in energy from renewable sources seamlessly integrated into everyday life. The future is silent, efficient, zero emission, flexible, distributed, and clean.

Position Overview:

Anode is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead and scale our manufacturing operations for cutting-edge mobile battery energy storage systems (mBESS). This pivotal role will establish and optimize manufacturing strategy & processes across multiple production phases, from initial prototyping through low-volume production, with a focus on scaling to meet growing demand of hundreds to thousands of units annually. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing process development, timeline management, production scaling, and operational excellence across various production volumes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Strategy & Scaling: Develop and implement comprehensive manufacturing strategies that support seamless transitions from prototyping to low-volume production, with clear pathways to scale production volumes. Create and execute manufacturing readiness plans that anticipate and address scaling challenges.
• Manufacturing Process Development: Design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes that maintain quality and efficiency across increasing production volumes. Establish robust quality control systems and metrics that scale with production growth.
• Establish Anode PLM & BoM Management: Own and maintain scalable Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and Bill of Materials (BoM) management processes that support growing production complexity and volume requirements while ensuring data integrity and traceability.
• Contract Manufacturing & Supply Chain Development: Build and manage relationships with contract manufacturers and suppliers capable of supporting various production volumes. Develop and qualify additional manufacturing partners to support production scaling while maintaining quality standards.
• Production Infrastructure Planning: Lead the planning and implementation of Anode manufacturing infrastructure, including tooling, fixtures, and testing equipment, that can adapt to increasing production demands while maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Lead Prototyping : Oversee the development and iterative improvement of prototypes to validate design concepts, ensuring seamless integration with manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with demonstrated success in scaling production volumes.
• Proven experience managing production transitions from prototype to low-volume to serial production.
• Strong background in manufacturing process development and optimization.
• Experience with quality management systems and production control methods.
• Excellence in supplier and contract manufacturer relationship management.
• Strong project management skills with ability to balance multiple production priorities.
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Extensive knowledge of DFM/DFA principles.
• Proficient in CAD systems such as Solidworks
• Experience in the energy storage or battery industry.
• Experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with 3DExperience as a PLM System

Why Join Us?

Join a mission-driven team revolutionizing the clean energy transition with mobile battery systems and an innovative energy-as-a-service model. Work alongside passionate experts at the forefront of sustainable technology, shaping the future of renewable power delivery. Be part of a fast-paced startup culture that values bold ideas and individual initiative. Contribute your skills and creativity to making a real-world impact on the fight against climate change. Unlock unparalleled growth opportunities in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Anode Technology Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.