Principal Systems Engineer

QuantumScape; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 194,200 - 310,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Generous RSU/Equity Package

Employee Paid Health Care

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

An innovative company is on a mission to revolutionize energy storage and seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to join their Cell Manufacturing Engineering team. This role involves leading automation programs, developing manufacturing equipment, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production of solid-state lithium-metal batteries. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in scaling technologies from research to production. If you are passionate about sustainability and eager to tackle new challenges, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Proven experience with lithium-ion or solid-state battery technologies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation programs for cell assembly.
• Manage external machine integrators and technical risks.
• Collaborate with R&D teams for process improvement.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering

BS or higher degree in Electrical Engineering

BS or higher degree in Controls Engineering

Tools

Automation Systems

High-Speed Manufacturing Machinery

Industrial Sensors

Vision Systems

Metrology Systems

Job description

Title: Principal Systems Engineer, Principal Member of Technical Staff (PMTS)

Join us on our mission as we transform energy storage to enable a more sustainable future. We are looking to add a Principal Systems Engineer to our Cell Manufacturing Engineering team. This individual will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and validating manufacturing equipment and process technology to enable scale manufacturing of our solid-state lithium-metal batteries. Experience working with electrochemical energy storage devices such as lithium-based batteries, fuel cells, or similar technologies is highly desired.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead pilot-scale and auto-scale cell assembly automation programs
2. Serve as subject matter expert in equipment design and development of high-speed manufacturing systems
3. Develop a strong partnership with product design & R&D teams to drive DFM/DFA, process control & simplicity considerations to enable high volume & cost
4. Drive PFMEA and OEE considerations as far upstream in product development as possible
5. Responsible for managing external machine integrators from RFP, RFQ through FAT/SAT and subsequent handoff to manufacturing teams
6. Generate machine system specifications, interfaces, and concept designs
7. Manage technical risks and drive design validation throughout the project lifecycle.

SUCCESS FACTORS

1. Embrace new challenges, learn new techniques, and surpass internal goals
2. Curious, hands-on approach to problem-solving
3. Shares a real passion for our mission and vision of a carbonless future
4. Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness allowing smooth adaptation to a constantly evolving environment and work priorities
5. Possesses a can-do spirit and is a collaborative leader and teammate
6. Organized, meticulous, and has clear written and verbal communication skills

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. BS or higher degree in mechanical, controls, or electrical engineering
2. Minimum 10 years of experience working in manufacturing engineering
3. Proven experience in manufacturing scale-up and ability to transfer complex technologies from research to commercialization
4. Exposure to a wide variety of automation systems, high speed manufacturing machinery, industrial sensors, vision and metrology systems
5. Proven track record of successfully managing projects to meet deadlines amidst changing requirements and priorities
6. Knowledge or experience of lithium-ion, solid-state battery, or fuel cell manufacturing is highly desired
7. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Work is performed in a dry room, fume hood, lab area, or glovebox requiring the use of fine motor skills
2. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
3. Reaching and twisting motions with hands
4. Lifting up to 25 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this role has a range of $194,200 to $310,800, 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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Research, and Manufacturing

Industries

Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing