Job Description
About Us Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is an advanced energy storage company focused on the design, development, and manufacturing of lithium-based battery cells for electric mobility and stationary energy storage applications. The company is building indigenous cell manufacturing capabilities in Bangalore, India, With a strong emphasis on technology localization, supply chain resilience, and cost competitiveness, Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is investing in materials R&D, supplier ecosystem development, and gigafactory-scale manufacturing. The organization aims to deliver high-performance, safe, and sustainable battery solutions while reducing import dependency and accelerating India’s transition to clean energy. Role Purpose The R&D Lab Manager is responsible for the overall management and operation of the industrial battery R&D laboratory, including analytical equipment handling, material processing, coin-cell assembly, pouch-cell manufacturing, electrochemical testing, and laboratory infrastructure. The position acts as the primary interface between R&D scientists, laboratory teams, and CFT departments to ensure timely execution of development projects, efficient resource utilization, and smooth laboratory operations. Key Responsibilities Laboratory Operations Management: - Manage day-to-day operations of the R&D laboratory. - Ensure timely execution of R&D activities assigned by R&D Scientists. - Plan manpower allocation, equipment scheduling, and laboratory resources. - Monitor laboratory productivity, safety, quality, and operational efficiency. Team Management/Leadership: Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary laboratory team comprising: - Material Processing Team - Analytical Testing Team - Coin Cell Assembly Team - Pouch Cell Manufacturing Team - Electrochemical Testing Team - Laboratory Support Staff R&D Project Execution: - Coordinate with R&D Scientists to receive project requirements and testing plans. - Assign tasks and monitor execution through laboratory teams. - Track project timelines, deliverables, and resource utilization. - Provide regular status updates to R&D Scientists. Equipment & Facility Management: Manage operation, maintenance, calibration, and utilization of: - Powder XRD, XPS, XRF etc. - ARC (Accelerating Rate Calorimeter) - Glove Boxes - Dry Lab - Analytical Equipment’s Related Chemical Testing - Battery Cyclers - Environmental Chambers - Coin Cell Assembly Equipment - Pouch Cell Manufacturing Equipment - Battery Material Processing Equipment - Electrochemical Testing Instruments Cross-Functional Coordination: - Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Facilities, Procurement, Stores, EHS, Finance, and Administration departments. - Facilitate support required for R&D trials, equipment installation, facility modifications, and utility requirements. - Coordinate with plant teams during scale-up activities and technology transfer projects. - Ensure timely resolution of inter-departmental operational issues. Consumables, Procurement & Capex: - Monitor laboratory consumables, spare parts, and inventory levels. - Raise purchase requisitions and track procurement activities. - Prepare technical specifications, justifications, and Capex proposals for new equipment. - Support vendor evaluation, installation, commissioning, and acceptance activities. Documentation & Financial Coordination: - Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory records, SOPs, logs, and reports. - Coordinate invoice verification and billing documentation. - Process procurement and payment-related documents in coordination with Accounts and Procurement departments. - Maintain asset and inventory records. Safety & Compliance: - Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and EHS requirements. - Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments. - Ensure safe handling of chemicals, materials, cells, and equipment. Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in engineering/science - 5+ years in lithium battery lab and cell manufacturing - Knowledge of lithium-ion battery materials, cell assembly, and electrochemical testing. - Experience in managing industrial R&D laboratories. - Strong leadership and team management capabilities. - Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills. - Knowledge of laboratory equipment maintenance and facility management. - Experience with procurement, Capex management, and documentation processes
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