Senior Program Manager, Composites

$141,100 - $211,700/Yr

Lyten - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Jose, CA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

At Lyten, we're not just developing advanced supermaterials, we're about to change the world as we know it. Our team is at the forefront of a fundamental transformation that will impact nearly every industry, making a massive global improvement. Our mission is to achieve gigaton-scale decarbonization impact, and we're building a new ecosystem of decarbonization applications to make it a reality. With Lyten 3D Graphene, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible by improving energy storage, developing stronger and lighter plastics, and creating advanced sensors that can detect beyond today's limits. Join our team and be a part of something bigger than yourself. We need a diverse set of perspectives and expertise to take on some of the world's toughest scientific, engineering, and commercial challenges while also having a fun and rewarding career!

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate technical projects associated with the development of advanced graphene technology including pilot line construction and production.
• Ensure that your projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Develop project plans to monitor and track progress.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation among Battery, Engineering and Operations.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Perform other related duties and support tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and chemical engineering) AND 5+ years of experience in technical program/project management; participating in multidisciplinary projects where scope requires reliance on the technical experience of other team members OR master's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and chemical engineering) or Business Administration AND 3+ years of experience in technical program/project management; participating in multidisciplinary projects where scope requires reliance on the technical experience of other team members.

Nice-to-haves

• PMP certification
• Knowledge in battery-related science and technology is a definite plus. Prior carbon or reactor engineering experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate project status concisely and able to adopt the same language with leadership team.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Experience with stage-gate management or new production introduction process is a plus.
• A good sense of urgency on tasks, able to adapt to change and high-pace environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Project or similar project management software.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Corporate discounts
• Paid holidays
• PTO and sick time
• 401K
• Employee relocation plan (if applicable)