{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"642e2ecc3ecdf355ca59b02d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/642e2ecc3ecdf355ca59b02d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/642e2ecc3ecdf355ca59b02d","title":"Senior Cell Development Engineer","description":"Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:\nQuantumScape 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.\nWhat we need:\nWe’re looking for a Senior Cell Development Engineer to scope and lead end‑to‑end development efforts that directly impact cell performance and reliability. You’ll lead projects to devise innovative cell designs, specify and optimize assembly processes, and integrate new materials/components into our anode‑less solid‑state batteries. You’ll partner across automation, metrology, FA and manufacturing, owning projects and driving them to completion.\nWhat You’ll do:\n\nLead integration and validation of new components and materials on next ‑ generation cell platforms.\nDevelop methodologies and experiments to validate key cell design performance, reliability, and safety criteria.\nDesign rigorous DOEs; apply statistical and analytical methods to evaluate approaches and compare effectiveness.\nModel reliability performance (e.g., Weibull, Kaplan–Meier) and connect mechanisms to actionable design/process changes.\nDefine critical ‑ to ‑ quality (CTQ) metrics, acceptance criteria, and validation plans.\nCollaborate with cell build process teams, equipment design teams, safety, quality, metrology, and production teams to execute on critical path projects.\n\nSkills You’ll Need:\n\nBS or higher degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related field.\nMinimum of Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.\nProven track record of leading projects to successful completion.\nPrior experience in or knowledge of electrochemistry/electrochemical systems and battery test methods.\nR&D process ‑ development experience (cell assembly, metrology, process specs, scale ‑ up).\nPrior experience with Python for data analysis/visualization; solid statistics (DoE, regression, confidence intervals).\nExcellent technical communication and cross ‑ functional collaboration.\n\nNice to have:\n\nReliability analysis experience (Weibull, survival analysis, life test planning).\n\nONSITE:\nThis position is required to work onsite 5 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.\nExpected salary range for this role is from $112,500 to $163,200, and a final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience and educational background.\nQuantumScape also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU/Equity package as part of its compensation plan.\nIn addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other benefits.\nWe 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.\nWe 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. 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You’ll partner across automation, metrology, FA and manufacturing, owning projects and driving them to completion.\nWhat You’ll do:\n\nLead integration and validation of new components and materials on next ‑ generation cell platforms.\nDevelop methodologies and experiments to validate key cell design performance, reliability, and safety criteria.\nDesign rigorous DOEs; apply statistical and analytical methods to evaluate approaches and compare effectiveness.\nModel reliability performance (e.g., Weibull, Kaplan–Meier) and connect mechanisms to actionable design/process changes.\nDefine critical ‑ to ‑ quality (CTQ) metrics, acceptance criteria, and validation plans.\nCollaborate with cell build process teams, equipment design teams, safety, quality, metrology, and production teams to execute on critical path projects.\n\nSkills You’ll Need:\n\nBS or higher degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related field.\nMinimum of Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.\nProven track record of leading projects to successful completion.\nPrior experience in or knowledge of electrochemistry/electrochemical systems and battery test methods.\nR&D process ‑ development experience (cell assembly, metrology, process specs, scale ‑ up).\nPrior experience with Python for data analysis/visualization; solid statistics (DoE, regression, confidence intervals).\nExcellent technical communication and cross ‑ functional collaboration.\n\nNice to have:\n\nReliability analysis experience (Weibull, survival analysis, life test planning).\n\nONSITE:\nThis position is required to work onsite 5 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.\nExpected salary range for this role is from $112,500 to $163,200, and a final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience and educational background.\nQuantumScape also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU/Equity package as part of its compensation plan.\nIn addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other benefits.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. 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