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Job DescriptionCompany DescriptionA variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.At Allye, we are on a mission to empower individuals and businesses solve grid constrains and lower costs while contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable planet. We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Program Director to lead our engineering project management function and drive the technical development of the Allye MAX battery energy storage systems. This is a hands-on engineering leadership role where you will build and manage a team of project engineers whilst maintaining direct involvement in technical decision-making and system development.As the engineering program leader, you will coordinate all activities across multiple engineering disciplines, external stakeholders, and manufacturing partners. You'll have full program autonomy to define requirements, lead cross-functional engineering teams, and drive overall project delivery from concept through to series production.Job DescriptionRESPONSIBILITIESEngineering Leadership & Team ManagementLead and develop a team of project engineers responsible for coordinating engineering activities across battery systems, platforms, and integration projectsProvide technical mentorship and career development for project engineering team membersEstablish engineering project management best practices, processes, and standardsDrive engineering excellence through design reviews, technical assessments, and continuous improvement initiativesFoster collaboration between engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, software, systems)Program & Project ManagementOwn end-to-end program delivery of the Allye MAX range of Battery Energy Storage SystemsManage multiple concurrent engineering projects from concept through manufacturing scale-upAccountable for program quality, delivery timelines, cost targets, feature development, technology roadmaps, and risk mitigationCoordinate complex workstreams across internal teams and external stakeholdersMonitor project progress using engineering metrics and KPIs, implementing corrective actions when neededConduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop robust mitigation strategiesTechnical Engineering OversightDevelop comprehensive functional and non-functional requirements at system and subsystem levelsLead system architecture definition and ensure alignment with program objectivesMake critical engineering trade-off decisions in major component selection and technology choicesOversee technical design reviews and approval processes for systems, subsystems, and componentsDrive battery integration strategies, thermal management solutions, and power electronics optimisationEnsure compliance with safety standards, grid codes (G99), and regulatory requirementsStakeholder Management & DocumentationCollaborate with suppliers and project partners to ensure on-time, quality delivery of engineering solutionsInterface with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA)Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including specifications, DFMEAs, test plans, and validation protocolsManage engineering design release processes and change control proceduresImplement cost tracking, Bill of Materials (BoM) optimization, and weight management reportingPresent technical program updates to executive leadership and key stakeholdersQualificationsSKILLS AND EXPERIENCEEssential RequirementsDegree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (Master's )3-5 years managing battery or EV projects in automotive industry5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in battery systems, energy storage3+ years of technical team leadership experience managing project engineersStrong understanding of battery technologies, BMS design, power conversion etcExperience with system-level engineering, requirements management, and validationAPM/Prince2 certification or equivalent project management qualificationTrack record of delivering complex engineering programs from concept to productionExperience with engineering project management tools and frameworks (GANTT charts, risk management, V-model development, change control)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with engineering decision-makingExcellent communication with ability to translate technical concepts to audiencesExperience with compliance frameworks and regulatory environmentsUnderstanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and costHighly DesirableAdvanced degree in engineering or related technical fieldGrid connection and G99/grid code compliance experiencePower electronics and inverter technology backgroundAutomotive or aerospace program management experienceExperience with circular economy principles and second-life battery applicationsSoftware integration and IoT connectivity knowledge for smart energy systemsLean/Agile development methodologies experiencePersonal AttributesEngineering mindset with hands-on technical problem-solving approachStrong self-motivation with ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environmentExceptional team collaboration and cross-functional leadership skillsAdaptability and resilience in managing changing priorities and requirementsPassion for sustainable technology and clean energy solutionsDetail-oriented with commitment to engineering excellence and safety standardsAdditional InformationPlease note that at this time we are unable to provide UK visa sponsorshipStrictly No Agencies#J-18808-Ljbffr