Product Line Manager
hace 23 horas
Santa Clara
Location: Santa Clara, California Type: Full-Time, Onsite (5 days / week) About Elevated Elevated Materials is at the forefront of lithium battery technology, revolutionizing energy storage by enabling dramatically better battery performance. Elevated’s ultra-thin lithium films increase energy density by 30-70%, extend battery life, and enable significantly faster charge times. Elevated delivers the world's highest quality lithium films and is the only cost-effective solution for GWh-scale manufacturing. This technology is used for all lithium-ion battery applications and anode chemistries and is being commercialized today with R&D and manufacturing in the Bay Area and Germany. About The Role This Product Line Manager will play a critical role in shaping and executing our product strategy. This position is responsible for defining the internal roadmap, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful delivery of ultra-thin film solutions for the lithium-ion battery industry, with a particular focus on the fast-growing EV sector. Given our focus on the automotive market, the ideal candidate will bring deep experience working with auto OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, including familiarity with the stringent standards and processes required by automotive manufacturers. This includes direct knowledge and hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, and other essential quality frameworks. In addition, the Product Line Manager will be instrumental in guiding both the company and our product portfolio through key certifications such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, or equivalent standards—ensuring compliance with global automotive requirements. The role demands close collaboration with engineering, R&D, design, finance, legal, marketing, manufacturing, and sales teams to ensure our products not only meet customer needs but also exceed industry regulations and align with strategic business objectives. Please note: this position is fully onsite and requires in-office presence 5-days-per-week in Santa Clara, CA. Why Elevated At Elevated Materials, we’re not just building ultra-thin lithium film for better batteries; we’re powering a cleaner, more sustainable future. As a purpose-driven company at the forefront of energy innovation, we are tackling one of the world’s biggest challenges with cutting-edge technology and an extraordinary team. Key Duties and Responsibilities Product Roadmap • Translate the product strategy into a defined product roadmap, prioritizing features based on business value, technical feasibility, and customer impact. Product Development & Lifecycle Management • Write clear product requirements and user stories addressing performance, safety, lifespan, and cost., • Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and manufacturing teams to plan, develop, and launch new technologies., • Integrate roll-to-roll manufacturing capabilities into development plans to ensure scalability and manufacturability., • Develop and maintain schedules, budgets, risk mitigation plans, and governance processes aligned with best practices., • Manage the product backlog, change control processes, and overall product lifecycle (PLC)., • Define success metrics, product specifications, and quality standards (e.g., energy density, tolerances, safety metrics)., • Drive product cost-reduction initiatives and manage BOM structures using PLM systems. Cross-Functional Alignment & Execution • Partner with design, sales, marketing, and executives to align product execution with company priorities., • Coordinate product launches and support ongoing sales efforts with clear value propositions., • Collaborate with finance, logistics, and legal teams to ensure product data is tracked across pricing, shipping, and compliance workflows., • Use enterprise systems (e.g., SAP) for product configuration, tracking, and logistics. Customer & Market Engagement • Translate customer requirements into quantifiable product specifications., • Engage directly with customers and sales teams to define critical-to-quality attributes., • Support sales enablement with product options, training, and partner support. Performance & Analytics • Monitor product performance and key metrics to identify improvement opportunities., • Analyze usage data and KPIs to inform roadmap adjustments. Compliance & Standards • Stay current with Li-ion battery industry regulations, standards, and advancements., • Support compliance with automotive-grade quality systems, including APQP, PPAP, and ISO/IATF standards. Qualifications, Education, and Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Business, or a related field., • 3+ years of product management or related experience, preferably in the EV battery or energy storage sector., • Hands-on experience with requirement management for specification control and traceability., • Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 automotive suppliers, including OEM validation processes (APQP, PPAP)., • Familiarity with automotive-grade quality, safety, and traceability standards., • Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and BOM structures., • Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA, or AS9100 quality systems., • Strong technical understanding of Li-ion and solid-state battery technologies, manufacturing processes, and applications., • Proven track record of successfully launching and managing technical products., • Hands-on experience with roll-to-roll manufacturing processes for thin film or electrode production., • Excellent communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills., • Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on battery performance and cost optimization., • PMP certification and project management expertise is a strong plus., • Proficiency in German, Japanese, Korean, or Chinese is also a strong plus. Compensation & Benefits The base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $180,000 per year, which represents the low and high end of the salary range for this exempt position. The exact salary offered will depend on experience. The total rewards package will also include company equity and an annual discretionary bonus. Elevated's Benefits Include: • Healthcare: Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, • Tax-Advantaged Programs: FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, commuter benefits, • Retirement: 401(k) with a generous 4.5% match and immediate vesting, • Wellbeing: Access to One Medical, Rightway, Spring Health, XP Health, and SoFi, • Time Off: Flexible vacation policy, paid holidays, 12-weeks paid parental leave, • Additional Perks: Company cell phone, employee resource support, and more Equal Opportunity Employer Elevated Materials is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We comply with all federal, state, and local employment laws, and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Elevated Materials is conducting this search internally. We do not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies.