HRBP

Job description

The Role The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic business partner to the Changzhou manufacturing base leadership team, aligning human resources strategies with the rapid scaling of our gigawatt-level energy storage manufacturing facility. You will drive organizational design, talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and culture building, supporting cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Supply Chain, and Operations. This role requires a deep understanding of manufacturing operations in the battery or clean energy sector, hands-on HRBP experience in a high-growth environment, and solid capabilities in driving HR initiatives from zero to one. You will closely collaborate with global HR at headquarters and local management to build an agile, high-performing, and compliant organization in Changzhou, with fluent oral and written English required for global communication. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering & Organizational Design Deeply understand the Changzhou base's business strategy, capacity ramp-up targets, and operational priorities; align HR solutions directly with manufacturing roadmap and talent demands. Lead organizational structure optimization, job architecture definition, and headcount planning to ensure efficient cross-departmental workflows and clear accountability. Facilitate change management during capacity expansion and organizational iterations, driving organizational agility and operational efficiency. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Partner with TA team and department leaders to define talent profiles, build hiring pipelines, and execute talent acquisition plans for key technical, engineering, and management roles in Changzhou. Develop tailored workforce planning strategies balancing full-time technical experts, blue-collar operators, and external contractor resources during factory scaling. Oversee onboarding, orientation, and probation evaluation processes to ensure smooth talent integration and early retention. Performance Management & Compensation Drive the end-to-end performance management lifecycle (OKR/KPI setting, mid-year/annual reviews, performance coaching) tailored for manufacturing and R&D functions. Partner with global C&B team to implement localized, market-competitive compensation frameworks, incentive schemes, and retention plans for critical talents. Leverage performance insights to identify talent gaps, high-potential employees, and performance improvement opportunities. Talent Development & Succession Planning Identify capability gaps across teams; design and implement structured training and leadership development programs for frontline supervisors and technical leads. Establish key position succession plans and talent pipelines to support business continuity during multi-phase facility expansions. Promote knowledge sharing and technical skill matrix evaluations on the manufacturing floor. Employee Relations & Labor Compliance Build a transparent, positive, and mission-driven workplace culture aligned with EnerVenue's global values. Manage labor compliance, employee grievances, and dispute resolution in strict accordance with Chinese labor laws, local regulations, and corporate EHS standards. Conduct regular stay interviews and employee engagement surveys, formulating proactive action plans to lower unwanted turnover. Global HR Alignment & Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as the key liaison between China business operations and US Headquarters HR; ensure local execution complies with global HR policies while adapting to local context. Prepare bilingual HR metrics reports, participate in global HR alignment meetings, and drive global talent/HR projects in China. Collaborate closely with Finance, EHS, Administration, and Operations teams to ensure seamless factory site support. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or above; majors in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related disciplines. A minimum of 6 years of HR experience with at least 3–4 years as a dedicated HRBP in high-tech manufacturing, new energy, energy storage, or semiconductor sectors. Solid hands-on experience in building HR processes or participating in the zero-to-one ramp-up phase of a manufacturing plant. Comprehensive knowledge of HR modules, with strength in talent acquisition, performance management, organizational structure design, and employee relations. Proficient in Chinese Labor Law, local labor regulations in Jiangsu/Changzhou, and compliance standards for manufacturing operations. Fluent oral and written English for daily seamless communication with US corporate HR and executive teams; capable of hosting bilingual meetings and drafting English reports. Professional Mandarin for internal team management and employee communications. Based in Changzhou, Jiangsu or willing to relocate to Changzhou manufacturing base on a long-term basis. Preferred Qualifications Direct HRBP experience in Tier-1 lithium-ion battery, BESS, or advanced hardware manufacturing companies during a rapid capacity ramp-up stage. Working experience in multinational greenfield plant construction or cross-border tech joint ventures in China. Strong business acumen with the ability to converse fluently with manufacturing engineers and R&D lead on operational topics. Strategic thinking combined with a high degree of willingness to execute hands-on daily HR operational tasks. What EnerVenue Offers Unique Platform: Unique opportunity to participate in building a standardized HR and organizational system for a revolutionary metal-hydrogen battery manufacturing base from scratch, deeply engaging in the company's gigawatt expansion strategy. Global Exposure: Direct collaboration with corporate headquarters in Silicon Valley, offering global vision and cross-cultural leadership growth. Competitive Package: Highly competitive compensation package including annual base salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits. Impact & Authority: Clear career progression channel with decision-making authority over local HRBP practices and organizational initiatives. Full Benefits: Five insurances and housing fund, annual health checkups, paid annual leave, and holiday benefits. Mission-Driven Culture: Purpose-driven platform dedicated to long-cycle, inherently safe non-lithium energy storage technology, backed by strong Series B capital. About EnerVenue, Inc. Named one of the world’s Top Greentech Companies by TIME in 2024 and 2025, EnerVenue builds simple, safer, and flexible energy storage solutions for the clean energy revolution. Based on technology proven over decades under the most extreme conditions, EnerVenue offers a differentiated stationary storage solution that improves upon today’s alternatives. Commercialized from research completed at Stanford University and backed by well-funded investors, EnerVenue is redefining the stationary storage market.