Onsite Process Engineer for Battery Materials & Scale-Up

QuantumScape Corporation; California; Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RSU / Equity package

Health care

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

QuantumScape Corporation seeks a Process Engineer, Member of Technical Staff, to lead development and scaling of cell assembly materials and processes. You will drive R&D, pilot-scale implementation, and cross-functional collaboration to advance solid-state battery technology.

The role requires hands-on work in a clean/dry room, strong communication, and a track record in R&D/pre-production processes. On-site 5 days/week with a competitive compensation package and RSU/Equity plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree & 3+ years (or Master's degree & 1+ years) in development of R&D/pre-production process.
• Experience with liquid-phase material deposition processes: dispensing, screen, pad, inkjet and aerosol printing.
• Knowledge in development/application of adhesive and sealant materials.
• Hands-on work in clean room and/or dry room environments.
• Strong communication and partnership skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety in manufacturing and R&D environments.
• Advanced degree holders in Materials Science, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D and pilot-scale process development with hands-on approach with engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate build schedules and ensure readiness of materials, machines and people.
• Perform pre-build test input, collect data, report data with technician support.
• Provide timely on-site resolution when process excursions occur.
• Design and implement in-process quality control with robust data feedback.
• Perform post-build data report on yield, CpK, DPPM, root cause and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Liquid-phase deposition processes (dispensing, screen, pad, inkjet, aerosol printing)

Job description

QuantumScape Corporation seeks a Process Engineer, Member of Technical Staff, to lead development and scaling of cell assembly materials and processes. You will drive R&D, pilot-scale implementation, and cross-functional collaboration to advance solid-state battery technology.

The role requires hands-on work in a clean/dry room, strong communication, and a track record in R&D/pre-production processes. On-site 5 days/week with a competitive compensation package and RSU/Equity plan.