Junior Grants & Project Manager for Funded Projects

Novac is a deep-tech company developing next-generation pouch-format supercapacitors for automotive, aerospace, industrial, grid and intralogistics applications. As we expand globally and accelerate our R&D roadmap, we are looking for a motivated Grants & Project Manager to support our growth through international funded projects and strategic partnerships.

We are seeking a highly driven Grants & Project Manager with a strong technical background, preferably in materials science, electrical engineering, or related fields, to lead Novac’s activities in funded R&D programs. The role combines proposal writing, international collaboration building, and project management across EU, national, and international frameworks.

This is a strategic position at the intersection of technology development, fundraising, and external partnerships.

• Identify and secure new funding opportunities (EU, national, international, ESA, Horizon Europe, national calls, etc.).
• Represent Novac at international events, brokerage sessions, B2B meetings, and consortium-building initiatives worldwide.
• Build strong collaborations with research centers, universities, corporates, and industrial partners.
• Lead the writing and submission of proposals for R&D and innovation projects.
• Manage ongoing funded projects, including planning, milestones tracking, reporting of activities, and financial/expense monitoring.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, R&D, and administrative teams to ensure timely and compliant execution of all project obligations.
• Support strategic decisions related to technology development and market alignment within funded programs.

• MSc or PhD preferred in Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience in grants, funded research programs, or project management roles.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
• Ability and readiness to travel worldwide for events, consortium meetings, and project-related activities.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating cross-functional teams.

• Experience in batteries, supercapacitors, or energy-storage technologies.
• Additional languages beyond English.
• Previous involvement in Horizon Europe, ESA, EIC, national calls, regional innovation programs, or similar frameworks.
• Understanding of industrial R&D processes and TRL-driven development.

• A dynamic, innovative environment at the forefront of advanced energy storage.
• Opportunities to work with leading international partners in aerospace, automotive, industrial, and mobility sectors.
• Growth paths into senior roles in project management, funding strategy, or business development.
• A young, fast-scaling company where your impact will be tangible.

If you are excited by the idea of shaping the future of energy storage through international collaboration and advanced R&D, we would love to hear from you.