Sr. Manager, Materials Design & Manufacturing

Lydian • Boston, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lydian is seeking a Senior Manager, Materials Design & Manufacturing to establish and scale the first production processes and supply chain for the critical materials and components that enable our reactor and module platforms. This role owns the translation of materials R&D into repeatable, production-ready processes, the design of early production lines (internal and external), and the operational systems required to support near-term execution and long-term scale. You will work closely with manufacturing partners and internal engineering teams to ensure materials development remains aligned with core technical programs, mechanical designs, and operating modes.
You will build and manage a multidisciplinary team across manufacturing engineering, quality, and materials science, while setting the operational rigor required for FOAK production and beyond.
This role is based onsite in Charlestown, MA and requires in-person collaboration five days per week.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field preferred
• 12+ years of experience in materials science, chemical engineering, or advanced manufacturing
• Experience standing up early production lines or supply chains for complex or novel materials
• Proven ability to translate R&D into repeatable manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience working with equipment vendors or contract manufacturers
• Familiarity with quality systems, inventory management, and early-stage production operations
• Experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams
• Alignment with our mission, vision, and virtues

Responsibilities

• Establish the first production processes and supply chain for critical materials and components, spanning internal production and external partners.
• Design, refine, and scale early production lines and processes in collaboration with manufacturers, fabricators, and equipment vendors.
• Lead the translation of materials R&D into stable, manufacturable, scalable production processes.
• Apply design-for-manufacturing principles to guide materials development and reduce downstream risk.
• Ensure materials efforts remain aligned with core technical programs, mechanical designs, and operating modes.
• Implement best practices for quality control, process monitoring, and acceptance criteria suitable for FOAK production.
• Establish rigorous inventory management, traceability, and material flow systems.
• Build, manage, and mentor a multidisciplinary team spanning manufacturing engineering, quality, and senior materials scientists.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Meaningful equity compensation
• Flexible PTO and expectation that all employees take significant time off to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside work
• Excellent health insurance with 100% of healthcare, vision, and dental premiums covered
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior