Argonne’s Transportation and Power Systems Division seeks applicants for a Technical Project Manager to support a national battery workforce development program that will advance U.S. battery technology leadership through scientific R&D, STEM education and workforce development. 

The Technical Project Manager will utilize their engineering and project management skills to plan and execute a comprehensive battery workforce development program that prepares the workforce for a range of high-demand positions throughout the battery supply chain. Focus areas include an online learning management system (LMS) to deliver comprehensive educational courses, stackable micro-credential training for in-demand skills, immersive internships, and impactful experiential learning experiences including a high-profile student battery competition. Emphasis will be focused on recruitment, retention and matriculation of women and underrepresented minorities into STEM careers as well as vocational and transitional workers for future clean energy and mobility positions.

The Technical Project Manager will collaborate with a team of engineers and project staff and coordinate with project sponsors and other stakeholders from government, industry and academia to design and execute project objectives and deliverables, manage complex project schedules, and ensure project requirements and stakeholder expectations are met. The Technical Project Manager will also   develop and execute training and educational events, mentor students, score and judge student deliverables   and serve as a key Argonne representative on external steering committees.

Position Requirements

• Skill and knowledge of project management tools, processes, and capabilities.

• Understanding and wide application of technical theories and concepts in field of expertise.

• Knowledge and experience within DOE Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions.

• Knowledge of electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and other advanced technology vehicles.

• Skill in representing the organization in providing solutions to difficult issues associated with specific projects.

• Skill in interacting with industrial professionals and government officials, including external sponsors and stakeholders.

• Considerable contribution to project/program completion, exercising significant impact on program results.

• Skill in using computer software such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

• Skill in oral and written communications.

• Skill in time management, organization, and working on several projects simultaneously.

• A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. 

The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level (RD2 or RD3) depending upon depth and breadth of relevant knowledge, skills, and experience brought to the position.  The requirements for the desired levels are as follows:

• RD2 Level: Bachelor’s and 5+ years; Master’s and 3+ years; Doctorate and 2-4 years, or equivalent

• RD3 Level: Bachelor’s and 8+ years; Master’s and 5+ years; or Doctorate and 4+ years; or equivalent.

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

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