Powder Process Engineer — From Lab to Scaled Discovery

Periodic Labs; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Periodic Labs is looking for a Process Engineer in Menlo Park, California, to oversee the powder synthesis workflow in their AI-driven materials discovery platform. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, applying statistical process control, and ensuring reliable processes as the lab scales. Ideal candidates will have a degree in chemistry or related field, hands-on experience with solid-state chemistry, and strong systems thinking. Compensation ranges from $175,000 to $275,000 annually, with sponsorship for visas available.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting equipment in a lab environment.
• Familiarity with characterization techniques relevant to powders.
• Ability to apply statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong ownership and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the powder synthesis workflow end-to-end.
• Map failure modes and design systems to prevent failures.
• Apply statistical process control to track key process inputs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues across the lab.

Skills

Hands-on experience in solid-state chemistry

Strong systems thinking

Experience in R&D or manufacturing environments

Knowledge of statistical process control

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, or related field

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Periodic Labs is looking for a Process Engineer in Menlo Park, California, to oversee the powder synthesis workflow in their AI-driven materials discovery platform. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, applying statistical process control, and ensuring reliable processes as the lab scales. Ideal candidates will have a degree in chemistry or related field, hands-on experience with solid-state chemistry, and strong systems thinking. Compensation ranges from $175,000 to $275,000 annually, with sponsorship for visas available.