Technical Program Manager, ESS

peakenergy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Strong 401(k) plan

Equity opportunities

Great work perks

Job summary

Peak Energy in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Technical Program Manager for the ESS team to drive development and deployment of sodium-ion energy storage systems.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage scope, schedule, and risk, and align stakeholders from engineering, product, supply chain, and operations to deliver reliable storage solutions that enable renewable energy growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the battery or energy storage industry.
• Strong technical background in battery energy storage systems, including familiarity with battery chemistries, energy management systems, and grid integration technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of energy storage system projects, from concept to delivery, within timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and requirements and develop comprehensive project plans.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers, and partners to drive alignment and satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress with KPIs and provide regular updates to stakeholders on status and milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize processes and increase efficiency.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements and integrate insights into planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Battery energy storage systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / computer science

Job description

Job Title: Technical Program Manager, ESS

Location: San Francisco Bay area, CA

Department: ESS Engineering

Reports to: CTO

Position Type: Full-time

About the Company

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.

Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.

Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

About the Role - Technical Program Manager, ESS

Peak Energy is looking for a Technical Program Manager to join our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) team and play a crucial role in driving the development and deployment of our sodium ion based large-scale energy storage systems. This role will lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable, and efficient energy storage solutions that meet the needs of our customers and contribute to the advancement of renewable energy storage.

What You'll Do ( Responsibilities )

• Lead the end-to-end execution of energy storage system projects, from concept to delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with many cross-functional stakeholders including engineering, product management, supply chain, and operations teams to define project scope, objectives, and requirements, and develop comprehensive project plans.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners, to drive alignment, achieve project goals, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction
• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies that may impact project delivery, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, milestones, and deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project processes, increase efficiency, and enhance overall project execution capabilities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements related to battery energy storage systems, and integrate relevant insights into project planning and execution.

What You'll Bring ( Qualifications )

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in program or project management, preferably in the battery or energy storage industry.
• Strong technical background in battery energy storage systems, including familiarity with battery chemistries, energy management systems, and grid integration technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and driving positive environmental impact through technology innovation.

Eligible to work in the U.S.

Peak Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.

Our Core Values

• Speed Through Focus - Move fast but understand why. Focus on the goal, don't sacrifice quality.
• Mission Over Self - It's about the greater good; confident humility. Take ownership and accountability.
• Face the Brutal Truth - Transparency, honesty, big picture curiosity. Fearless decision making.
• Be a Good Person - Kindness, collaboration and teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $170,000-$225,000, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills.

Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Strong 401(k) plan
• Equity opportunities
• Many great work perks

Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrou