Lead Battery Testing & Lab Operations

Agratas – A Tata Enterprise; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career growth

Work on innovative battery technologies

Inclusive and supportive work environment

Job summary

Agratas – A Tata Enterprise is seeking an experienced Testing Facility Lead to manage electrochemical testing laboratories at our R&D facility in Oxford. In this role, you will ensure rigorous execution of battery testing protocols while leading a team of technicians.

The ideal candidate should have solid experience with battery test equipment and a strong technical background, enabling you to deliver excellent operational outcomes in a high-compliance environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience operating electrochemical battery test equipment (e.g., cyclers, environmental chambers).
• Experience in lab management, 5S methodologies, and following SOPs.
• Comfortable leading technicians in a technical lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the testing lab and ensure compliance.
• Conduct safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of test plans and results.
• Ensure all testing equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians in lab practices.

Skills

Electrochemical battery test equipment operation

Understanding of lithium-ion battery testing methods

Lab management and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Leadership and team development

Collaboration with scientists and engineers

Education

Technical background in electrical engineering, chemistry, or materials science

Job description

Agratas – A Tata Enterprise is seeking an experienced Testing Facility Lead to manage electrochemical testing laboratories at our R&D facility in Oxford. In this role, you will ensure rigorous execution of battery testing protocols while leading a team of technicians.

The ideal candidate should have solid experience with battery test equipment and a strong technical background, enabling you to deliver excellent operational outcomes in a high-compliance environment.