QuantumScape Battery, Inc.
Principal Automation Systems Engineer
QuantumScape Battery, Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Principal Automation Systems Engineer
Location: CA, US, 95131
Work Location Type: On-site
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.
About the team The Hardware, Automation & Metrology team provides custom automation and metrology solutions for the assembly of QuantumScape’s solid‑state lithium metal batteries. We develop these tools either completely in‑house or by working together with partners and system integrators. We also provide the required software systems to collect and analyze data on our production process.
What we need We are looking to add an Automation Systems Engineer, Principal Member of Technical Staff (PMTS) to our Hardware, Automation and Metrology 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.
The following are success factors for this position:
Embrace new challenges, learn new techniques, and surpass internal goals
Curious, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving
Shares a real passion for our mission and vision of a carbonless future
Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness allowing smooth adaptation to a constantly evolving environment and work priorities
Possesses a can‑do spirit and is a collaborative leader and teammate
Organized, meticulous, and has clear written and verbal communication skills
What You’ll do
Lead pilot‑scale and auto‑scale cell assembly automation programs
Serve as subject matter expert in equipment design and development of high‑speed manufacturing systems
Develop a strong partnership with product design & R&D teams to drive DFM/DFA, process control & simplicity considerations to enable high volume & cost
Drive PFMEA and OEE considerations as far upstream in product development as possible
Responsible for managing external machine integrators from RFP, RFQ through FAT/SAT and subsequent handoff to manufacturing teams
Generate machine system specifications, interfaces, and concept designs
Manage technical risks and drive design validation throughout the project lifecycle.
Skills You’ll Need
BS or higher degree in mechanical, controls, or electrical engineering
Minimum 10 years of experience working in manufacturing engineering, preferably designing automation systems using Allen Bradley PLCs, Fanuc Robots, and Ignition HMIs.
Prior experience designing for high precision in cleanroom and dryroom environments
Proven experience in manufacturing scale‑up and ability to transfer complex technologies from research to commercialization
Exposure to a wide variety of automation systems, high speed manufacturing machinery, industrial sensors, vision and metrology systems
Proven track of record of successfully managing projects to meet deadlines amidst changing requirements and priorities
Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
Nice to have
Knowledge or experience of lithium‑ion, solid‑state battery, or fuel cell manufacturing is highly desired
Prior experience managing teams and working in cross functional groups
Physical requirements
Work is performed in a dry room, fume hood, lab area, or glovebox requiring the use of fine motor skills
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
Reaching and twisting motions with hands
Lifting up to 25 lbs.
ONSITE This 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.
Compensation & Benefits Expected salary range for this role is from $152,850 to $233,100, 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 benefits.
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.
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Work Location Type: On-site
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.
About the team The Hardware, Automation & Metrology team provides custom automation and metrology solutions for the assembly of QuantumScape’s solid‑state lithium metal batteries. We develop these tools either completely in‑house or by working together with partners and system integrators. We also provide the required software systems to collect and analyze data on our production process.
What we need We are looking to add an Automation Systems Engineer, Principal Member of Technical Staff (PMTS) to our Hardware, Automation and Metrology 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.
The following are success factors for this position:
Embrace new challenges, learn new techniques, and surpass internal goals
Curious, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving
Shares a real passion for our mission and vision of a carbonless future
Demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness allowing smooth adaptation to a constantly evolving environment and work priorities
Possesses a can‑do spirit and is a collaborative leader and teammate
Organized, meticulous, and has clear written and verbal communication skills
What You’ll do
Lead pilot‑scale and auto‑scale cell assembly automation programs
Serve as subject matter expert in equipment design and development of high‑speed manufacturing systems
Develop a strong partnership with product design & R&D teams to drive DFM/DFA, process control & simplicity considerations to enable high volume & cost
Drive PFMEA and OEE considerations as far upstream in product development as possible
Responsible for managing external machine integrators from RFP, RFQ through FAT/SAT and subsequent handoff to manufacturing teams
Generate machine system specifications, interfaces, and concept designs
Manage technical risks and drive design validation throughout the project lifecycle.
Skills You’ll Need
BS or higher degree in mechanical, controls, or electrical engineering
Minimum 10 years of experience working in manufacturing engineering, preferably designing automation systems using Allen Bradley PLCs, Fanuc Robots, and Ignition HMIs.
Prior experience designing for high precision in cleanroom and dryroom environments
Proven experience in manufacturing scale‑up and ability to transfer complex technologies from research to commercialization
Exposure to a wide variety of automation systems, high speed manufacturing machinery, industrial sensors, vision and metrology systems
Proven track of record of successfully managing projects to meet deadlines amidst changing requirements and priorities
Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
Nice to have
Knowledge or experience of lithium‑ion, solid‑state battery, or fuel cell manufacturing is highly desired
Prior experience managing teams and working in cross functional groups
Physical requirements
Work is performed in a dry room, fume hood, lab area, or glovebox requiring the use of fine motor skills
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
Reaching and twisting motions with hands
Lifting up to 25 lbs.
ONSITE This 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.
Compensation & Benefits Expected salary range for this role is from $152,850 to $233,100, 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 benefits.
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.
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