VP, Cell Engineering

United States Full-Time Senior Leadership

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Specialization: Battery Cell Design, Electrochemistry and Scalable Innovation (LithioX™ and SodioX™)

Location: United States

Job Type: Full-Time

About Exoben

Exoben Inc. is building a global energy platform powered by advanced batteries, energy storage systems, solar solutions and EV charging infrastructure.

At the center of this platform are our battery cells. They determine performance, safety, cost and long-term reliability. LithioX™ focuses on high-performance applications, while SodioX™ is designed for durability and cost efficiency.

Strong cell engineering is critical to everything we build.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly technical and execution-focused VP, Cell Engineering to lead Exoben’s battery cell development.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and improving the core of our batteries. You will lead teams working on cell chemistry, materials and structure to ensure high performance and scalability.

You will work closely with research, systems integration and manufacturing teams to move cell designs from concept to production.

This role requires deep technical expertise and the ability to deliver results in real-world applications.

Key Responsibilities

You will lead the design and development of battery cells across LithioX™ and SodioX™ platforms.

Oversee work on cathode, anode, electrolyte and separator materials.

Drive improvements in energy density, cycle life, safety and charging performance.

Guide cell architecture design including form factors and internal structure.

Work closely with research teams to bring new materials and chemistries into development.

Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure cell designs are scalable and cost-effective.

Oversee testing and validation of cells under different conditions.

Ensure all cell designs meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Identify technical risks early and implement solutions.

Support integration of cells into battery systems and final products.

Build and lead a strong cell engineering team.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage. A PhD is preferred.

You have 12 to 15 years of experience in battery cell development or electrochemistry.

Strong understanding of lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery chemistry.

Have experience taking cell designs from research to production.

You are detail-oriented and focused on performance and reliability.

You are a strong technical leader with clear communication skills.

Why This Role Matters

This role defines the core of Exoben’s battery performance.

You ensure that every system we build starts with strong, reliable and efficient cells.

Your work directly impacts cost, safety and competitiveness.

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