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Vice President of Manufacturing - Hyperscaling Energy Storage
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VP of Manufacturing – Next-Generation Energy Storage Systems (Autonomous Defence Sector)
Location: Cambridge, UK (Hybrid / On-site focus)
Seniority: Executive / Vice President
Funding: 7-Figure Seed (Tier-1 VC Backed)
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a high-profile, venture-backed DeepTech spin-out from the University of Cambridge that is developing revolutionary energy storage systems for mission-critical applications.
Backed by top-tier global VC investors and supported by a multi-million-pound 7-figure seed round, this team is bridging cutting-edge battery innovation with the stringent performance demands of the autonomous defence sector.
We are seeking a visionary VP of Manufacturing to join as a core executive leader. In this pivotal role, you will take cutting-edge battery technology from lab-scale prototypes through to pilot-line production, and ultimately design and scale full-scale, commercial manufacturing operations.
Why Join?
- High-Impact Mission: Build power systems designed for unmanned systems, autonomous defence platforms, and extreme environments where energy density and reliability are non-negotiable.
- Ground-Floor Ownership: Shape the manufacturing architecture from day one. You will design the facilities, build the supply chain, and assemble the operational team.
- World-Class Pedigree: Work alongside world-leading scientists and seasoned tech executives, backed by premier deep-tech venture capital.
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Key Responsibilities
- Facility Strategy & Setup: Own the end-to-end design, site selection, buildout, and commissioning of a state-of-the-art Pilot Manufacturing Facility in the Cambridge area, creating a roadmap for industrial-scale rollout.
- Process Scale-Up: Translate lab-scale electrochemistry and battery assembly processes into scalable, optimised industrial production lines.
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Work closely with R&D, engineering, and quality teams to implement DFM/DFA principles, ensure safety compliance, and meet defence-grade quality standards.
- Supply Chain & Sourcing: Establish secure, resilient supply chains for specialized materials, components, and automated production machinery.
- Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and direct a world-class manufacturing, process development, and quality engineering team.
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What We’re Looking For
- Proven Track Record: 10+ years leading manufacturing setup, scale-up, or operations within Advanced Hardware, Battery / Energy Storage, CleanTech, Aerospace, or Automotive sectors.
- 0-to-1 Facility Experience: Hands-on experience establishing pilot facilities, cleanroom/dry-room setups, or production line scale-up from scratch.
- Deep Process Knowledge: Familiarity with precision assembly, battery/cell processing, high-density hardware integration, or advanced materials manufacturing.
- High-Reliability Sectors: Experience delivering products compliant with rigorous quality and safety standards (Defence, Aerospace, Medical, Automotive).
- Strategic Leadership: Ability to operate comfortably in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment while maintaining executive control over CAPEX, OPEX, safety, and supply chain continuity.
How to Apply
If you are an operational leader ready to pioneer new manufacturing capabilities for critical energy technology, we would love to hear from you.
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