Graphite Processing Tech Lead: From Lab to Production

CT19, incorporated; Alabama; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

CT19, incorporated is expanding its R&D Centre in Alabama and seeks an experienced technical leader to drive graphite processing from laboratory development to commercial manufacturing. The role involves building a team, scaling processes, and collaborating with customers to translate requirements into viable products.

You will oversee pilot facilities, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize product quality and manufacturing scalability.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of graphite processing, characterization, evaluation or application development in industrial, battery or advanced materials.
• Experience commissioning, starting up and operating pilot plants.
• Translate customer specifications into commercially viable products.
• Experience scaling processes from R&D/lab to pilot and commercial manufacturing.
• Hands-on chemical R&D with emphasis on laboratory safety, quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a team of engineers to plan and deliver R&D projects on time and within budget.
• Improve existing graphite products and processes, scaling from lab to manufacturable solutions.
• Oversee development, maintenance and operation of R&D facilities with EH&S compliance.

Skills

Graphite processing

Pilot plant experience

Translate specs to products

Scale-up from lab to production

Chemical R&D

Safety & regulatory knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

CT19, incorporated is expanding its R&D Centre in Alabama and seeks an experienced technical leader to drive graphite processing from laboratory development to commercial manufacturing. The role involves building a team, scaling processes, and collaborating with customers to translate requirements into viable products.

You will oversee pilot facilities, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize product quality and manufacturing scalability.