Vice President of Technology & R&D

Vice President of Technology & R&D

About the Company

Innovative sustainable solution for retiring and repurposing solar panels.

Industry
Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing

Type
Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded
2022

Employees
2-10

Funding
$6-$10 million

Categories

• Materials Recovery
• Waste Management
• Recycling
• Renewables & Environment

Specialties

• solar and recycling

About the Role

The Company is at the forefront of the clean energy and climate tech industry, with a focus on the intersection of renewable energy and the circular economy. They are seeking a Sr. Director/VP of Technology and R&D to lead the recycling technology team and oversee R&D projects related to solar panel recycling. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, strategic guidance, and manage a team of engineers and technicians to drive innovation in this burgeoning sector. Responsibilities include defining and executing the research roadmap, managing R&D projects, and ensuring the seamless integration of R&D with cross-functional teams. The role demands a proactive, seasoned leader with a strong program management background, excellent communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related field, with at least 10 years of experience in R&D, particularly in recycling technology or renewable energy. The ideal candidate for the Sr. Director/VP of Technology and R&D position at the company will have a proven track record in managing and leading R&D teams, with a focus on recycling technology or renewable energy. They should be adept at program management, have a strategic vision for driving innovation, and be able to mentor their team to foster a collaborative and innovative research environment. The role requires staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to solar panel recycling and participating in the writing of product disclosure documents to enhance the company's patent portfolio. The candidate will initially oversee the USA R&D team and expand to the global R&D team, so experience in scaling and managing teams is essential. The company values individuals who are passionate about making clean energy more sustainable and scalable, and who are excited about the opportunity to be part of a world-class management team in the solar PV industry.

Hiring Manager Title
CTO

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Engineering
• Information Technology