Senior Materials Processing Engineer - SMTS

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


QuantumScape is a well-funded start-up located in San Jose, CA, and is the leader in developing next-generation, lithium-metal, solid-state batteries that will revolutionize energy storage and power a lower-carbon future. The company is building a better battery that enables electric vehicles to charge faster, go further, last longer, stay safer and cost less than current electric or gas-powered vehicles. Do you want to make a major contribution to this part of the energy economy? QuantumScape is seeking a highly-motivated Senior Materials Processing Engineer - SMTS on the R&D - Materials Development team to further improve the performance of our novel solid-state battery materials. You will learn how the technology works, develop new materials to be integrated into the device, and contribute to the scaling-up of the processes. This includes helping to craft new materials and production processes to help put our technology on the road. Join us in an amazingly critical role that takes on a variety of interdisciplinary challenges!

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Characterize physical properties of solid-state materials and understand their physical limitations
• Develop processes for material synthesis that are aligned with the platform goals
• Demonstrate a scalable and repeatable approach to achieve the performance
• Define physical and electrochemical specifications for the materials of interest, understand process space that is compatible
• Qualify and introduce scaled-up processes to our baseline flow
• Perform data analysis and develop control charts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent
• 5+ years of materials development experience (3 years with MS; 1 year with Ph.D.) with proven experience in a research and development role
• Proven experience with material synthesis processes (solution-based processing, ball milling)
• Solid understanding of safe laboratory practices, especially in handling hazardous chemicals
• Proficiency in JMP and/or Python for data analysis, and process control
• Exposure to and comfortable with working in a glovebox, dry room, or fume hood

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• PhD degree with relevant industry experience in materials processing
• Demonstrated success working with process development in the battery industry
• Hands-on experience in electrochemistry or energy storage-related projects
• Prior experience with maintaining analytical or process tools
• Knowledge of statistical process control
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Self-motivated, quick learner, and can adapt to a multifaceted work environment in a cross-functional role
• Enjoys working on challenging and impactful projects
• Loves working on an energizing and groundbreaking technology
• Share our passion for our mission

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.