<div><span style="font-size:10pt;">Natron Energy is transforming energy storage with our breakthrough sodium-ion battery technology. Join our high-growth, high-tech team where innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact drive everything we do. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Engineering Manager to lead our Electrode Department. You will drive technical execution, process innovation, and team leadership across new product introductions and manufacturing operations. This is a key leadership role focused on building scalable processes, fostering engineering excellence, and delivering operational success in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">You’ll collaborate across teams to design, develop, and scale innovative products — while building structured, efficient, and future-ready engineering operations that support sustainable growth.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:10pt;">This role is ideal for a technical leader with deep process engineering expertise, strong manufacturing experience, and a passion for setting direction, driving execution, and building operational frameworks that scale.</span></div><br><br><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers across multiple projects and initiatives.</li><li>Own the technical execution of New Product Introductions from concept through mass production, including process development, validation, and scaling.</li><li>Collaborate closely with R&amp;D, Cell Design, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product transitions and manufacturability.</li><li>Build and optimize manufacturing processes, focusing on scalability, automation, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee the design, specification, and validation of production equipment and tooling.</li><li>Drive strategic project planning: set timelines, manage budgets, allocate resources, and track to critical milestones.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain engineering documentation, including process flow maps, DFMEA, control plans, and DVP&amp;Rs.</li><li>Apply data-driven decision making through advanced data analysis, DOE, and root cause analysis.</li><li>Stay at the forefront of industry trends to identify and implement innovative technologies and best practices.</li><li>Foster a culture of technical excellence, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><h3>Experience and Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred).</li><li>8+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing environments; 3+ years in engineering leadership roles.</li><li>Proven success leading engineering initiatives in high-tech manufacturing sectors (e.g., automotive, advanced materials, semiconductors, energy storage).</li><li>Expertise in process engineering, process development, and process optimization.</li><li>Hands-on experience in equipment design, commissioning, validation, and production scaling.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, including full ownership of technical deliverables and production readiness.</li><li>Skilled in Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.</li><li>Proficient in statistical analysis and DOE execution; experience with Minitab or JMP preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with quality systems, including SPC, Measurement System Analysis, and control plan development.</li><li>Experience in chemical processing, film coating, vacuum systems, or roll-to-roll web converting highly desirable.</li><li>Exceptional organizational skills with a strategic mindset; able to lead big-picture initiatives without getting lost in day-to-day tasks.</li></ul><br><div><b>About Us: </b></div><div>Natron Energy (natron.energy) is the future of energy storage. Our battery products solve operations performance and reliability problems for the world’s biggest electricity customers. Our initial products target markets exceeding twenty-five billion dollars including data centers, oil &amp; gas, EV fast charging, and commercial aviation.  We have additional products in development for larger markets including commercial and residential grid storage. Our products are based on sodium-ion cells containing Prussian blue electrodes that deliver unique power, cycle life, and safety: full discharge and recharge in just minutes all from a nonflammable, fault-tolerant system.</div><div> </div><div><br></div><div><b>Unsolicited Resume Policy</b></div><div>Natron Energy, Inc. (“Natron Energy” or the “Company”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from professional recruiters, third-party recruiting or staffing agencies, placement services, or any other source other than directly from a candidate.  Any unsolicited resumes, including partial resumes, candidate profiles, and candidate details or information, sent to Natron Energy or its personnel will be treated as public information provided free of any charges or fees.</div><div><br></div><div>Natron Energy will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless in connection with a written agreement with the Company then in effect.  Such agreement must be pre-approved by Natron Energy and executed by an authorized representative of the Company.  Natron Energy specifically rejects, and denies any liability under, any agreement purporting to be accepted based on negative consent, negotiation with a candidate, performance, or any means other than the signature of an authorized representative of the Company.</div><div><br></div><div> </div><div><b><span style="font-size:12pt;">Natron Energy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;">.  We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.</span></div><div><br></div><div>If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at: jobs@natron.energy</div>

Natron Energy (formerly Alveo Energy) is an energy storage company that is developing a new high power, long cycle life, low-cost battery technology for industrial applications. Natron’s batteries offer higher power density, faster recharge, and longer cycle life than incumbent technologies. They can be economically produced from commodity materials on existing cell manufacturing lines. Natron is backed by leading venture capital investors and has received support from ARPA-E.

Engineering Manager

<div><span>Natron Energy is transforming energy storage with our breakthrough sodium-ion battery technology. Join our high-growth, high-tech team where innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact drive everything we do. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Engineering Manager to lead our Electrode Department. You will drive technical execution, process innovation, and team leadership across new product introductions and manufacturing operations. This is a key leadership role focused on building scalable processes, fostering engineering excellence, and delivering operational success in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.</span></div><div><span>You’ll collaborate across teams to design, develop, and scale innovative products — while building structured, efficient, and future-ready engineering operations that support sustainable growth.</span></div><div><span>This role is ideal for a technical leader with deep process engineering expertise, strong manufacturing experience, and a passion for setting direction, driving execution, and building operational frameworks that scale.</span></div><br><br><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers across multiple projects and initiatives.</li><li>Own the technical execution of New Product Introductions from concept through mass production, including process development, validation, and scaling.</li><li>Collaborate closely with R&amp;D, Cell Design, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product transitions and manufacturability.</li><li>Build and optimize manufacturing processes, focusing on scalability, automation, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee the design, specification, and validation of production equipment and tooling.</li><li>Drive strategic project planning: set timelines, manage budgets, allocate resources, and track to critical milestones.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain engineering documentation, including process flow maps, DFMEA, control plans, and DVP&amp;Rs.</li><li>Apply data-driven decision making through advanced data analysis, DOE, and root cause analysis.</li><li>Stay at the forefront of industry trends to identify and implement innovative technologies and best practices.</li><li>Foster a culture of technical excellence, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><h3>Experience and Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred).</li><li>8+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing environments; 3+ years in engineering leadership roles.</li><li>Proven success leading engineering initiatives in high-tech manufacturing sectors (e.g., automotive, advanced materials, semiconductors, energy storage).</li><li>Expertise in process engineering, process development, and process optimization.</li><li>Hands-on experience in equipment design, commissioning, validation, and production scaling.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, including full ownership of technical deliverables and production readiness.</li><li>Skilled in Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.</li><li>Proficient in statistical analysis and DOE execution; experience with Minitab or JMP preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with quality systems, including SPC, Measurement System Analysis, and control plan development.</li><li>Experience in chemical processing, film coating, vacuum systems, or roll-to-roll web converting highly desirable.</li><li>Exceptional organizational skills with a strategic mindset; able to lead big-picture initiatives without getting lost in day-to-day tasks.</li></ul><br><div><b>About Us:&nbsp;</b></div><div>Natron Energy (natron.energy) is the future of energy storage. Our battery products solve operations performance and reliability problems for the world’s biggest electricity customers. Our initial products target markets exceeding twenty-five billion dollars including data centers, oil &amp; gas, EV fast charging, and commercial aviation.  We have additional products in development for larger markets including commercial and residential grid storage. Our products are based on sodium-ion cells containing Prussian blue electrodes that deliver unique power, cycle life, and safety: full discharge and recharge in just minutes all from a nonflammable, fault-tolerant system.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><b>Unsolicited Resume Policy</b></div><div>Natron Energy, Inc. (“Natron Energy” or the “Company”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from professional recruiters, third-party recruiting or staffing agencies, placement services, or any other source other than directly from a candidate. &nbsp;Any unsolicited resumes, including partial resumes, candidate profiles, and candidate details or information, sent to Natron Energy or its personnel will be treated as public information provided free of any charges or fees.</div><div><br></div><div>Natron Energy will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless in connection with a written agreement with the Company then in effect.&nbsp; Such agreement must be pre-approved by Natron Energy and executed by an authorized representative of the Company.&nbsp; Natron Energy specifically rejects, and denies any liability under, any agreement purporting to be accepted based on negative consent, negotiation with a candidate, performance, or any means other than the signature of an authorized representative of the Company.</div><div><br></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><b><span>Natron Energy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer</span></b><span>.&nbsp; We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.</span></div><div><br></div><div>If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at: jobs@natron.energy</div>

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