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We are looking for highly motivated and technically strong R&D Manager to join our Battery Chemicals and Electrolyte Development team.


You will play a critical role in developing, scaling up, and commercializing advanced battery chemicals, electrolyte salts, additives, and electrolyte formulations for next-generation energy storage applications.


The role requires close collaboration with R&D, Pilot Plant, Project Development, Production, Quality Assurance, Analytical, and Commercial teams to ensure successful technology transfer from laboratory to commercial manufacturing.


Key Responsibilities

 Lead development and scale-up activities for battery chemicals, electrolyte salts, additives, and electrolyte formulations.

 Work closely with Pilot Plant, Project Engineering, Production, Quality, and Analytical teams for process development and commercialization.

 Support technology transfer from laboratory scale to pilot scale and commercial production.

 Analyze process data and drive continuous improvements in quality, productivity, safety, and cost.

 Prepare and maintain technical reports, project updates, development summaries, and presentations on a regular basis.

 Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution and milestone achievement.

 Troubleshoot process and product-related challenges during development and scale-up stages.  Participate in customer discussions and provide technical support when required.

 Contribute to patent filings, publications, and innovation initiatives.

 Ensure compliance with EHS, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.


Educational Qualification

 Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.

 Degree from reputed institutes such as IITs, IISc, ICT, NITs, CSIR laboratories, leading Indian universities, or globally recognized universities.

 Candidates with Postdoctoral Research experience will be given preference.


Experience

 10–15 years of relevant industrial and/or postdoctoral experience.

 Strong experience in battery materials, electrolyte salts, lithium chemicals, electrolyte formulations, specialty chemicals, or energy storage materials.

 Experience in scale-up, pilot plant operations, process development, and commercialization is highly desirable.

 Exposure to lithium-ion, sodium-ion, solid-state battery materials, or related advanced battery technologies is preferred. Technical


Skills

 Strong understanding of battery chemistry and electrochemical systems.

 Hands-on experience with battery chemicals, electrolyte salts, additives, solvents, and purification processes.

 Knowledge of analytical techniques and characterization methods.

 Strong data analysis, documentation, and technical reporting skills.

 Ability to work effectively across R&D, engineering, and manufacturing functions.


Desired Attributes

 Excellent communication and presentation skills.

 Strong project management and leadership capabilities.

 Habit of maintaining accurate technical records and providing timely project updates.

 Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail.

 Ability to work in a fast-paced innovation-driven environment.


Preferred Profile

Candidates with a combination of:

 Ph.D. + Postdoctoral Experience

 Ph.D. + Industrial Experience in Battery Materials/Electrolytes

 Strong publication and patent record

 Experience working with global customers, research institutes, or battery manufacturers