Technical Project Lead

What you will do ...

As a Technical Project Lead – New Manufacturing Technology, you will drive the identification, evaluation, and implementation of innovative manufacturing processes within our battery cell production environment. This role focuses on leading cross-functional, manufacturing-oriented projects aimed at introducing new technologies and methods to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability. You will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to plan and execute trials, assess feasibility, and deliver robust solutions aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• New Process Identification & Evaluation : Lead initiatives to research, identify, and assess emerging manufacturing technologies and processes that can improve production capabilities.
• Vendor Engagement & Trial Management : Develop trial plans with external vendors, oversee execution, and evaluate results to determine suitability for integration.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with product development, purchasing, finance, and technical teams to ensure alignment of new process initiatives with design, cost, and operational requirements.
• Project Planning & Delivery : Create and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for new process development projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Risk & Change Management : Identify technical and operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage scope changes during project execution.
• Performance Reporting : Provide clear updates on trial outcomes, technology evaluations, and project progress to stakeholders.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance : Ensure all new processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards before implementation.

Who we are ...

Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons. We will design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries for the mobility and energy sectors. We are a scale-up business with a start-up mentality and the backing of a well-established parent company. The UK business headquarters is in the Midlands, and we are currently building a battery manufacturing facility in Bridgwater, Somerset.

What you'll bring ...

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and emerging technologies.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects involving process innovation and vendor collaboration.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple functions.
• Analytical mindset with experience in evaluating technical and financial feasibility.
• Ability to manage multiple development projects simultaneously.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience in identifying and evaluating new manufacturing technologies.
• Minimum 3 years in a technical project or process development role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with battery cell manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and project management software.

What you'll get:

As a new company, our reward scheme is constantly evolving. We continue to review the market to deliver a competitive benefits package, which currently includes private healthcare, company bonus, enhanced parental leave policy and a cash allowance to boost your benefits. We are a flexible business that is committed to promoting work-life balance, partnering with Yulife to provide our team members with total wellbeing support. 

You’ll work in a rapidly scaling-up environment as a subsidiary of the multinational corporation, Tata Sons, to help build the UK’s biggest battery manufacturing facility and make your mark in a new organisation.

Agratas is a place to be authentically you ...

At Agratas we strongly believe that people are at their best when they feel supported and happy in their workplace. To that end we continue to cultivate a diverse workforce which protects the individuality of each team member. We therefore warmly welcome applicants from any race, gender, sexuality, and ability. Should you have a preference in how your suitability is assessed for this role or require any reasonable adjustments please let the Talent Acquisition team know.