FIB/SEM R&D Technician — Failure Analysis & Characterization

QuantumScape Corporation; California; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RSU/Equity package

Health insurance

ESPP

Job summary

QuantumScape Corporation seeks a diligent FIB/SEM Technician for failure analysis, physical characterization, and process development. The ideal candidate is meticulous, works independently, and can drive projects with large teams to timely completion.

Shift: 5, Sunday-Tuesday & alternate Wednesdays, 6:30 am-6:30 pm; work may vary with needs and training periods. Solid experience in FIB/SEM required.

Qualifications

• AA or equivalent with minimum 6 years combined education/experience.
• Strong microscopy background and data handling capability.
• Ability to work independently within large teams and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate FIB/SEM for high-volume analysis and quality imaging.
• Prepare samples, enter data, and interpret test requests.
• Monitor parameters and deliver reliable test results.
• Maintain shift passdown, lab notebook and equipment records.
• Demonstrate flexibility to cover shifts on short notice.

Skills

Microscopy

Independent worker

Team player

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Flexible shifts

Education

AA or equivalent

Tools

FIB/SEM

TEM prep

XCT

Glovebox

Job description

QuantumScape Corporation seeks a diligent FIB/SEM Technician for failure analysis, physical characterization, and process development. The ideal candidate is meticulous, works independently, and can drive projects with large teams to timely completion.

Shift: 5, Sunday-Tuesday & alternate Wednesdays, 6:30 am-6:30 pm; work may vary with needs and training periods. Solid experience in FIB/SEM required.