Job Overview The Engineering Manager/Senior Engineering Manager – Product and Test Engineering leads and grows a battery engineering team responsible for customer-focused product development, technical delivery, and cross-functional execution. This role serves as a bridge between engineering, R&amp;D, and operations, to ensure that Anthro products meet customer requirements and internal quality standards. The manager plays a central role in defining and executing the product roadmap, supporting stage gate processes, overseeing rigorous testing and shipment, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment. Strong technical acumen, leadership skills, and cross-functional coordination are critical for success.  Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Own and coordinate customer-specific testing programs, collaborating with both government and private sector clients to meet technical specifications and timelines. </li></ul><ul> <li>Drive execution of new cell and electrolyte product development projects, ensuring alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams from prototype through launch. </li> <li>Develop and execute design of experiments to support product optimization and fulfill customer deliverables</li> </ul><ul><li>Oversee electrochemical and safety testing of battery cells for internal validation, fulfillment of customer requests, and outgoing quality control. </li></ul><ul><li>Lead shipping processes for battery cells and electrolytes, including documentation, training, and packaging risk mitigation. </li></ul><ul> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team; support career growth and performance through regular 1:1s, feedback, and biannual reviews. </li> <li>Prepare clear technical documentation, summaries, and presentations for internal stakeholders; contribute to customer and investor-facing materials. </li> </ul><ul><li>Partner with Sales to provide technical insights in customer meetings, proposals, and ongoing account support. </li></ul><ul><li>Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on ownership, technical rigor, and cross-functional success. </li></ul>RequirementsRequired Qualifications <ul><li>B.S. in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field. </li></ul><ul><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in battery engineering, energy storage R&amp;D, or product development. </li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated experience leading and growing technical teams in a fast-paced environment. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong technical foundation in electrochemical testing, battery systems, or product engineering. </li></ul><ul><li>Proven ability to interface with customers and present technical concepts to varied audiences. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving engineering, R&amp;D, and operations. </li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with battery cyclers, safety testing tools, and lab instrumentation. </li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Notion, Trello). </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. </li></ul> Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in both early-stage R&amp;D and product scale-up. </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements for battery shipment (e.g., UN 38.3). </li></ul><ul><li>Background in customer-facing roles or sales engineering. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience with polymers, polymer electrolytes, or lithium-ion battery electrolyte systems. </li></ul><ul><li>Data analysis experience for experimental validation using python and JMP.</li></ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience. Expected salary range is $160,000 to $220,000 </li> <li>15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off</li> <li>Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents</li> <li>401k with match</li> <li>Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy</li> <li>Diverse and inclusive work environment</li> </ul>

Anthro is reimagining the future of energy storage. We are an advanced materials company developing solutions to some of the biggest problems facing the battery-dependent electrified future. Spun out of Stanford University, we&rsquo;ve created high-performance batteries with structural integrity and total safety.
Today, our customers use our flexible batteries to create advanced wearable electronics and medical devices with unprecedented functionality. Tomorrow, our ruggedized batteries will safely enable an electrified future. Anthro is proudly supported by world-class investors and a wide range of government grants. We are a group of pioneers, reimagining batteries to create a smarter, cleaner tomorrow.

Engineering Manager - Product & Test Engineering

Job Overview&nbsp;The Engineering Manager/Senior Engineering Manager – Product and Test Engineering leads and grows a battery engineering team responsible for customer-focused product development, technical delivery, and cross-functional execution. This role serves as a bridge between engineering, R&amp;D, and operations, to ensure that Anthro products meet customer requirements and internal quality standards. The manager plays a central role in defining and executing the product roadmap, supporting stage gate processes, overseeing rigorous testing and shipment, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment. Strong technical acumen, leadership skills, and cross-functional coordination are critical for success.&nbsp;&nbsp;Key Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Own and coordinate customer-specific testing programs, collaborating with both government and private sector clients to meet technical specifications and timelines.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul> <li>Drive execution of new cell and electrolyte product development projects, ensuring alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams from prototype through launch.&nbsp;</li> <li>Develop and execute design of experiments to support product optimization and fulfill customer deliverables</li> </ul><ul><li>Oversee electrochemical and safety testing of battery cells for internal validation, fulfillment of customer requests, and outgoing quality control.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Lead shipping processes for battery cells and electrolytes, including documentation, training, and packaging risk mitigation.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul> <li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team; support career growth and performance through regular 1:1s, feedback, and biannual reviews.&nbsp;</li> <li>Prepare clear technical documentation, summaries, and presentations for internal stakeholders; contribute to customer and investor-facing materials.&nbsp;</li> </ul><ul><li>Partner with Sales to provide technical insights in customer meetings, proposals, and ongoing account support.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on ownership, technical rigor, and cross-functional success.&nbsp;</li></ul>RequirementsRequired Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>B.S. in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in battery engineering, energy storage R&amp;D, or product development.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated experience leading and growing technical teams in a fast-paced environment.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Strong technical foundation in electrochemical testing, battery systems, or product engineering.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Proven ability to interface with customers and present technical concepts to varied audiences.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects involving engineering, R&amp;D, and operations.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with battery cyclers, safety testing tools, and lab instrumentation.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Notion, Trello).&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Preferred Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>M.S. or Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience in both early-stage R&amp;D and product scale-up.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements for battery shipment (e.g., UN 38.3).&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Background in customer-facing roles or sales engineering.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Experience with polymers, polymer electrolytes, or lithium-ion battery electrolyte systems.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Data analysis experience for experimental validation using python and JMP.</li></ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Competitive salary and equity compensation commensurate with experience. Expected salary range is $160,000 to $220,000 </li> <li>15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off</li> <li>Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents</li> <li>401k with match</li> <li>Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy</li> <li>Diverse and inclusive work environment</li> </ul>

Engineering Manager - Product & Test Engineering

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