Ascend Elements is a technology company commercializing its patented low-cost process for producing high quality cathode active materials from spent lithium-ion batteries. Founded with technology initially developed at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and with facilities in Massachusetts, Michigan, and Georgia, we have built strong relationships throughout the electric vehicle supply chain. We are expanding our project and program management team to execute our plans for rapid growth in 2023 and beyond including our first cathode materials production facility in Kentucky.

Job Description: This Program Manager (PM) reports to the Director of Program Management. The PM is responsible for planning and overseeing R&D development projects to produce or improve products for vehicle OEMs, lithium-ion battery manufacturers, and battery active material producers. The PM will work closely with the R&D team to ensure on time and on budget delivery of projects and programs.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate internal resources for the execution of internal product development programs and projects
Define project scope and objectives
Define project RASIC charts
Coordinate on-time and within-budget project deliverables
Monitor and track project progress
Manage change requests and negotiate new schedule and budget impact
Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and experience:

BA/BS or higher degree (preferred) in Science or Engineering
Knowledge of and experience with lithium-ion battery technology is highly desirable
Minimum of three (3) years project or program management experience, preferably in automotive, chemical/pharma, or materials industry
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and ability multitask and run multiple projects at the same time
Strong meeting leadership and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and presentation skills required
Computer proficiency, including spreadsheets and presentations; experience with Microsoft Project is highly desirable

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment including dust mask, respirator, safety shoes, gloves, and safety glasses/face shield
Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines: < 50lbs
While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
Other projects as assigned
Travel up to 10% may be required at times