Battery Quality Manager

About Dodai Manufacturing Plc

Dodai Manufacturing Plc is a fast-growing organization based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with a mission to make e-mobility accessible to everyone in Africa through innovative products and services. Dodai plans to provide brand new electric two-wheelers through local assembly in Addis Ababa, with expansion to major regional cities in Ethiopia planned by the end of 2026.

Position Overview

Department: Battery Systems Engineering

Reports to: Head – Battery Systems

Leads: L3 Quality, L2 Quality, Intern

This role owns battery pack quality, reliability, and compliance across IQC (Incoming Quality Control), OQC (Outgoing Quality Control), and field failure streams. The Battery Quality Manager ensures that processes, documentation, and defect reduction programs are institutionalized throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems

• Build quality processes covering IQC, OQC, and field return analysis
• Establish torque control standards, mechanical fitment criteria, IR/OCV acceptance limits, and traceability rules
• Own NCR (Non-Conformance Report) process, deviation management, CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action), and audit readiness

Testing & Validation

• Approve cell and pack testing methods including IR, OCV delta, capacity cycling, insulation tests, and leakage checks
• Oversee qualification of new packs, suppliers, firmware, and manufacturing processes

Team Management

• Lead L3 and L2 quality staff
• Ensure proper training in inspection, defect classification, documentation, and basic testing
• Coordinate with service teams for field issue monitoring and structured feedback

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other tasks as directed by your supervisor.