Director of Cell Design - Gothenburg

Job Description

We are building a state-of-the-art facility for research and development of the next generation of battery cells, and we need your help in making it happen.

Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world. Northvolt is a leading supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems, dedicated to delivering the world’s greenest lithium-ion battery.

Together, we have formed a joint venture, NOVO Energy, to power the next generation of pure electric Volvo and Polestar cars.

Few industries offer as great an opportunity for career growth and personal development as the new European battery industry. In working for this joint venture, you'll not only develop skills that are highly sought after in the global automotive and industrial sector, but you are also contributing to a climate-neutral way of life for future generations.

If you have managed people and projects within cell design in a private company setting, this opportunity as a Director of Cell Design is for you.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluating technologies and build technology road maps with focus on R&D within various forms of cell design.

• Setting up and executing the long-term R&D plans reporting to the CTO.

• R&D strategy planning, budgeting, and executing according to the company objectives.

• Personally invest in creating an inclusive, collaborative working environment with teammates from all over the globe. Help onboard new teammates with clear communication, shared goals, and mutual trust.

Your experience

In general, you have extensive experience in the R&D field and have been driving large, innovative and challenging high-tech projects. Specifically, you have a deep understanding of working with R&D within the battery industry.

• A relevant university degree in chemistry, electrochemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering is required.
• 10+ years of R&D experience within the battery industry preferably from a private company.
• Has participated in large-scale R&D projects involving technical depth across multiple disciplines.

About you

• Excellent English written and oral skills. Swedish is a plus.
• Eager to learn and understand our large-scale production processes.
• Highly organized and results driven. Proactive in solving problems and anticipating setbacks.
• A “can do” attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit to day-to-day work.
• Open to travel.
• Qualities that we cherish are flexibility, sense of quality, friendliness, motivation to take on new challenges, grit, and a sense of humor.
• Passionate and purpose driven.