Would you like to join the European Energetic Transition?

FAAM is building a Gigafactory in Teverola for the production of cells, modules, and battery packs for Electric Vehicles, Energy Storage, Industrial, and Special applications. This is to be underpinned by a strong R&D Department.

In joining us you will take part in a very strategic project for the European lithium battery value chain.

FAAM is currently seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our R&D team in Teverola, Italy. The ideal candidate will be responsible for co-ordinating and over-seeing both internal and externally funded projects (National and European). This role requires technical knowledge in the battery field and a proven track record of managing projects. Candidates should possess academic or industrial experience related to the development of lithium-ion batteries. The ideal candidate will help to enable the technical teams to focus on delivery of work. As part of their responsibilities, the Technical Project Manager will independently interface with external parties, supply chain and customers, as well as reporting to internal stakeholders.

We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, purpose-driven professional who wants to help us in the deployment of one of the most important projects in Europe.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Integrate into the internal value chain, developing an understanding and appreciation of internal timelines and deliverables
  • Co-ordinate, administratively, internal and externally funded programs
  • Work with the R&D team to enable delivery of projects and support where necessary.
  • Support the effective technology transfer to the production team.
  • Support in the establishment of new projects, leading conversations with external parties and organisations.
  • Liaise, in a timely fashion, with legal, finance and technical teams (in English and Italian, where appropriate)
  • Participate in European and global conferences and represent the company.
  • Support the construction/improvement of the R&D team.

Requirements

  • MSc (Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or related field), or BSc with industrial experience (3+ years)
  • Strong knowledge of battery technology is essential
  • Experience in the manufacturing process of Li-ion cells is beneficial
  • Experience in effective delivery of R&D projects
  • Fluency in English (oral and written) is a MUST
  • Fluency in Italian (oral and written) is a MUST
  • Ability to work under pressure, with flexibility and to manage tight deadlines

Work conditions

  • Location in Teverola, Caserta, Southern Italy
  • Live and work close to Naples, Costiera Amalfitana, Capri, and Rome
  • Stimulating work environment with a private and pleasant office
  • Full-time job
  • Salary to be defined with Management (negotiable)
  • Competitive conditions with good insurance and pension schemes
  • Start date: ASAP, on-site
  • Useful Links:
  • FAAM Website
  • State aid: Commission approves €3.2 billion public support by seven Member States for a pan-European research and innovation project in all segments of the battery value chain: Link