Principal Ceramics Specialist

Title: Principal Ceramics SpecialistDate: Mar 20, 2026Location:JPWork Location Type: HybridCompany: QuantumScape CorporationDescription:QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company's next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future.What we need: You are an engineer or scientist with deep empirical and hands-on practice in ceramic process engineering. You are quantitative and thoughtful; you are a good communicator and an extraordinary teammate. You seek out challenges and learning opportunities.Your responsibility will be to provide experience in ceramic processing and to collaborate with our partners to scale-up manufacturing of ceramics. You have years of practical, applied knowledge with ceramic processing techniques.What you'll do:* Collaborate with partners in Japan to organize joint activities, track program schedules and status, and report* Bring considerable ceramics process engineering experience to suggest solutions to optimize a process, from materials to process to equipmentMinimum requirements:10+ years of experience in a ceramic process is a plus. PhD, MS and BS candidates with industry experience and a proven track record in process engineering or research will be considered.Fluency in Japanese and high-intermediate EnglishProgram management or project management experienceSkills & Knowledge:Deep knowledge of ceramic processing especially powder processing, ceramic formulation development, slip development, ceramic tape casting and coating, and sinteringProven ability to understand, characterize and drive process developmentAbility to apply quality engineering tools and methods to address quality problemsAbility to communicate clearly and candidly; a strong affinity for teamworkThrive in a fast-paced, technically exciting environment and quickly adapt to changesProject or program managementDesired experience in the following areas:Experience in ceramic materials and processing of thin ceramic films. For example, MLCC, SOFC, or ASSBExperience in process and/or manufacturing scale-upFamiliarity with inspection and in-line quality monitoring systemsMaterial properties and characterizationExperience in solid electrolyte or energy materialsYour passion for making an impact on the world's energy challengesOnsite: This position is required to work onsite 3 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties and requirements of this position. As an on-site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in-person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and collaboration.Compensation & Benefits: Expected salary range for this role is from 11,569,400 JPN YEN to 17,643,400, 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.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.