Technical Program Manager

Elevated Materials is at the forefront of lithium battery technology, revolutionizing energy storage by enabling dramatically better battery performance. Elevated Materials’ ultra-thin lithium films increase energy density by 30-70%, extend battery life up to 3x, and enable significantly faster charging times. This technology is used for all lithium-ion battery applications, including electric vehicles, aviation, consumer electronics, and grid storage. Currently in the commercialization stage with R&D and manufacturing in the Bay Area and Germany, Elevated Materials is poised to make a significant impact in the global battery industry.

As an independent entity spun out of Applied Materials and co-owned with TPG, Elevated Materials’ mission is to accelerate the clean energy revolution, driving universal adoption and a more sustainable future.

We are seeking a highly driven Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead critical programs in a fast-paced startup environment focused on lithium-ion battery materials. This role requires a hands‑on leader who thrives in ambiguity, operates effectively across engineering, operations, and external partners, and takes full ownership of programs from concept through commercialization and deployment. The TPM will play a key role in scaling technology, processes, and execution as the company transitions from development to pilot and production.

This role reports to the VP, Head of Global Engineering.

• Own end-to-end program execution, driving projects from early concept and feasibility through implementation, release, and deployment in a dynamic startup environment.
• Develop and continuously adapt project plans, schedules, and resource strategies as priorities evolve.
• Establish and maintain detailed program schedules using practical, lightweight project management tools (dashboards, trackers, checklists, and scheduling software).
• Coordinate and align cross‑functional resources across engineering, R&D, operations, supply chain, and external partners to meet aggressive timelines and budget targets.
• Drive cost, schedule, and performance outcomes for equipment, materials, and process development programs involving internal teams, customers, and global vendors.
• Act as a core contributor on small, multifunctional teams, providing hands‑on technical input and decision‑making support to accelerate execution.
• Serve as a primary interface between technical teams and leadership, defining objectives, communicating progress, surfacing risks, and driving alignment.
• Apply engineering judgment and business process expertise to resolve technical, operational, and programmatic challenges.
• Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks in a resource‑constrained environment and develop creative, practical mitigation strategies.
• Help build scalable program management processes and best practices appropriate for a growing startup organization.

Requires strong technical depth and broad program ownership in a highly dynamic, fast‑changing environment. Comfortable interpreting unclear or evolving business and technical requirements and translating them into actionable plans. Able to solve complex problems with limited data and resources, taking a system‑level view to identify innovative and pragmatic solutions. Operate independently with minimal structure, seeking guidance only for the most complex or strategic decisions.

Leads cross‑functional project teams where influence and execution matter more than formal authority.

Demonstrates deep or broad expertise in a relevant technical discipline such as lithium‑ion battery materials, electrochemistry, advanced materials, chemical processing, or manufacturing equipment. Strong understanding of technology scale‑up, pilot‑to‑production transitions, and early manufacturing challenges is highly valued.

Understands the commercial, operational, and cost drivers critical to startup success. Balances technical rigor with speed, prioritization, and resource efficiency. Recommends and implements best practices that improve product readiness, process…