Industrial Layout Engineer

QuantumScape Corporation; California; Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Annual bonus

RSU/Equity package

ESPP

Job summary

QuantumScape Corporation is seeking an Industrial Layout Engineer to optimize and organize the physical layout of our facilities, working with EHS, tool owners, and engineers to meet requirements for R&D and Manufacturing lines. You will present layouts for sign-off and maintain accurate as-built drawings with your team.

The role requires designing efficient floor plans, updating drawings, and collaborating across stakeholders to integrate equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with minimum 3 years of industry experience.
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Forms, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.
• Must have highly developed written and verbal cross-functional communication skills.
• Experience in designing layouts for R&D and Manufacturing labs/offices.
• Must be willing to wear bunny suit in dry rooms.

Responsibilities

• Assess the workflow, processes, and requirements of industrial facilities.
• Design and develop optimal floor plans, spatial arrangements, and layouts to improve efficiency.
• Use AutoCAD to create detailed layouts and visualize designs.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and production managers to integrate requirements.
• Oversee or assist in implementing layout changes and modifications.
• Update and maintain as-built drawings, evacuation maps, and SpaceIQ.
• Review ERF/NERF for information, approvals, and present to stakeholders.
• Propose layouts for new and relocated equipment installs.
• Support Facilities with SOP documentation for new installs.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Forms

SpaceIQ

Job description

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QuantumScape developed the industry’s first anode-less cell design, which delivers high energy density while lowering material costs and simplifying manufacturing. Our innovative battery cell technology can store energy more efficiently and reliably than today’s lithium-ion batteries

Description:

QuantumScape is seeking a motivated Industrial Layout Engineer for our Layout team. An Industrial Layout Engineer specializes in optimizing and organizing the physical layout of industrial facilities or workspaces to enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety. We are looking for someone that can work with EHS, tool owners and engineers to meet requirements for our R&D and Manufacturing lines. You will need to be familiar with maximizing space utilization and integrating equipment effectively within the layout for seamless operations. You will propose layouts and present to the stakeholders with sign-off approvals. You will perform site walks prior to approvals for accuracy and maintain as-built drawings with your team.

Responsibilities:

• Assessing and understanding the workflow, processes, and requirements of industrial facilities.
• Designing and developing optimal floor plans, spatial arrangements, and workflow layouts to improve operational efficiency.
• Utilizing AutoCAD software to create detailed layouts and visualize proposed designs.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders, including architects, engineers, and production managers, to integrate functional requirements into the layout design.
• Overseeing or assisting in the implementation of layout changes and modifications.
• Update and maintaining as-built drawings, evacuation maps, and SpaceIQ (CAFM software).
• Review ERF/NERF (Equipment Request Forms) for necessary information, approvals, and present to stakeholders.
• Propose equipment layouts for new and relocating equipment installs.
• Support Facilities with SOP documentation for new installs of equipment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with minimum 3 years of industry experience
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Forms, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD
• Must have highly developed written and verbal cross-functional communication skills
• Experience in designing layouts for R&D and Manufacturing labs/offices
• Must be willing to wear bunny suit in dry rooms

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary range for this role is between $101,700 and $124,560, and a final salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and educational background. QuantumScape also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU/Equity package as part of its compensation plan. In addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other exciting perks.

This position is required to perform these above essential duties and responsibilities onsite at our QS offices.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.