R&D Manager - Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOEC)

Kerionics; Valencia; Presencial; EUR 46.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A technology firm specializing in green hydrogen is seeking an R&D Manager to lead the development and industrialization of Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs). In Valencia, you will create and scale a core technology, mentor a multidisciplinary team, and drive impact in energy-intensive industries. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science, alongside expertise in electrochemistry and strong leadership skills.

Servicios

Up to €55K gross annual salary

22 days of vacation + extra rest days at Christmas

Opportunities for professional growth

Formación

• 3+ years leading engineering teams or cross-functional projects.
• 1+ year in hydrogen, fuel cell, or electrolyser technology development.
• Experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design and industrialization of MEAs.
• Empower and mentor a cross-functional team.
• Ensure data-driven, scientifically validated decisions.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Electrochemistry expertise

Team mentoring

Communication in English & Spanish

Analytical methods

Educación

Advanced degree (PhD) in Chemistry or Materials Science

Herramientas

Electrochemical methods

Manufacturing processes

Ceramic materials formulation

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Leading Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA) development and scale-up.

About Us

At Kerionics, we’re building revolutionary green hydrogen technology to help decarbonize energy-intensive industries where fossil fuel replacement remains toughest.

We’re a growing multicultural team of 20+ people, united by the same purpose: making technology work for the planet. Beyond innovation, we’re creating a workplace built on trust, radical honesty, curiosity and shared responsibility.

We believe in working safely, learning from mistakes, and celebrating wins together — whether it’s a breakthrough in the lab or a Friday team lunch.

The role

We’re looking for a visionary and collaborative R&D Manager to lead the development and industrialization of our Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) — a critical component in our Solid Oxide Electrolyser stacks. This is a unique opportunity to create and scale a core technology, guiding both technical design and engineering strategy while building and empowering a multidisciplinary team.

We’re Especially Interested In Leaders Who

• Bring diverse perspectives and inclusive leadership.
• Mentor and empower others.
• Thrive in a mission-driven, collaborative environment.
• Are excited to drive sustainable impact at industrial scale.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design, scale-up and industrialization of MEAs with focus on electrochemical efficiency, durability and manufacturing effectiveness.
• Empower and mentor a cross-functional, high-performing team, fostering inclusion, trust and continuous learning.
• Ensure data-driven, scientifically validated decisions guide the development process.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Stack, BOP, Testing) and external partners to align on shared goals.
• Manage project timelines, resources and reporting with transparency and accountability.
• Contribute to recruitment and grant proposals efforts, helping shape the future of the team.

How We Work

This is a 100% on-site role at our facilities in Parque Tecnológico de Paterna (Valencia), where you’ll enjoy a collaborative environment with cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.

We start early — from 7:30, so you’ll have your afternoons free to enjoy your hobbies, sports or quality time with friends and family. We truly believe a balanced life makes us better at what we do.

What We Offer

• Up to €55K gross annual salary.
• 22 days of vacation + extra rest days at Christmas.
• The opportunity to work side by side with passionate people who truly care about building solutions for a greener future.
• A collaborative, multicultural environment where mistakes are part of learning and feedback helps us all improve.
• A chance to make a real impact on the future of clean energy.
• A supportive, inclusive environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and innovation.
• A team that values diverse perspectives and collaborative problem-solving.

What we’re looking for

• Based in (or willing to relocate to) Valencia within 8 weeks.
• Valid work permit for Spain.
• Advanced degree (preferably PhD) in Chemistry, Materials Science or related, with strong expertise in electrochemistry.
• 3+ years leading engineering teams or cross-functional projects.
• 1+ year in hydrogen, fuel cell, or electrolyser technology development.
• Experience with:
• Electrochemical methods (Polarisation Measurements, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy...).
• Analytical methods (Scanning Electron Microscopy).
• Manufacturing processes (tape casting, screen printing, high-temp sintering).
• Ceramic materials formulation and processing.
• Strong communication skills in English & Spanish.
• Inclusive leadership style, with mentorship and collaboration at the core.

Most importantly: you’re passionate about sustainability and innovation, and motivated to build a critical function that will help decarbonize entire industries.

How Will The Selection Process Look

• A first chat with our People & Culture team to get to know each other.
• A conversation with our CTO to dive deeper into your fit for the role and team.
• A meeting with our CEO to dive into your vision, ambitions and how they align with Kerionics’ mission and long-term strategy.
• And finally, if everything clicks, we’ll make you an offer — usually within three weeks from our first contact.

Ready to shape the future of green hydrogen?

Apply now and join us in building technology that matters.