R&D Technician - Swing Shift

Come join us on our mission as we revolutionize energy storage to enable a sustainable future.

QuantumScape is working on a groundbreaking solid-state battery technology for energy storage. Come join us on our mission as we transform energy storage to enable a more sustainable future! We are looking for a diligent R&D Technician to support our electrolyte development effort. Our ideal candidate is a skilled research technician who is a great teammate, reliable, and independent. The current schedule for this position is a swing shift.
Responsibilities:
Produce, analyze, document, and report reproducible/ high-quality data in a timely and professional manner under tight deadlinesExecute experiments by accurately following verbal and/or written instructions, including SOPs. Keep accurate and detailed laboratory records and shift reports Communicate daily results and summarize progress with engineers or supervisor, verbally or through written shift reports Troubleshoot, propose solutions, and seek help for experimental issues Maintain laboratory equipment performance and report issues immediately to manager or project engineers Maintain R&D laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating needed supplies, verifying receipt of supplies, and notifying engineers on needs Resolve laboratory problems by consulting with engineers, facility/maintenance personnel
Minimum Requirements:
Two years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments Proficient in safe laboratory practices especially in handling powders, solvents, and chemicalsExcellent organization and meticulous record-keeping skills Proficiency with MS Office applications, particularly Excel and Powerpoint Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as neededThrive in a fast-paced research and development environment working with multidisciplinary team and scientists
Preferred Requirements:
Experience with ceramic processing methods, optical microscopes, wet chemistry, and high-temperature furnaces
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a clean room, glovebox, dry-room or fume hood that requires the use of fine motor skills for extended periods of time, standing, reaching and twisting motions with hands and lifting up to 15 lbs 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.
*QuantumScape does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers.