Customer-Facing Battery Systems Engineer (Solid-State)

QuantumScape; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

QuantumScape in San Jose is seeking a seasoned professional who can translate complex lithium-ion cell technology into actionable plans for customers and internal teams. You will coordinate cross-functional programs, present technical information, and produce timely project updates.

Strong communication, planning, and data-analysis skills are essential to drive milestones with customers and vendors. This role requires advanced degree plus years in materials or chemistry, and experience in

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD with 3+ years in materials, chemistry, or related field and experience with customer/vendor environments.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Deep knowledge of lithium-ion cell technology and architecture; solid-state experience is a plus.
• Experience applying Python and statistics to analyze large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal cell R&D and manufacturing teams to create customer plans, track specifications and roadmaps.
• Communicate technical customer information to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate and deliver technical presentations to customers.
• Conduct internal meetings, calls, follow-ups and other communications to ensure deliverables.
• Provide timely responses and project reports to internal teams and customers.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Community building

Program planning

Advanced degree + experience

Lithium-ion cell technology

Solid-state battery knowledge

Python data analysis

Verbal and written communication

Education

Master's degree

PhD in materials/chemistry

Job description

QuantumScape in San Jose is seeking a seasoned professional who can translate complex lithium-ion cell technology into actionable plans for customers and internal teams. You will coordinate cross-functional programs, present technical information, and produce timely project updates.

Strong communication, planning, and data-analysis skills are essential to drive milestones with customers and vendors. This role requires advanced degree plus years in materials or chemistry, and experience in