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    Title:
    Senior Battery Scientist (SMTS), Cell Development


    Date:
    Apr 9, 2024


    Location:
    CA, US


    Work Location Type:
    On-site


    Company:
    QuantumScape Corporation


    Description:


    QuantumScape developed the industry's first anode-less cell design, which delivers high energy density while lowering material costs and simplifying manufacturing.

    Our innovative battery cell technology can store energy more efficiently and reliably than today's lithium-ion batteries.

    Senior Battery Scientist (SMTS), Cell Development at QuantumScape


    Role Summary:
    QuantumScape is looking for a Senior Battery Scientist to join our Cell Development team.

    In this SMTS role, you will handle data from our cell tests and metrology to inform our next steps in process development and cell architecture design.

    Your work will be central to interpreting data and implementing changes to improve our battery designs and manufacturing processes.


    Responsibilities:

    • Analyze cell test and metrology data to identify key trends.
    • Use statistical and machine learning methods to better our cell designs and production techniques.
    • Collaborate with engineers to turn data insights into practical solutions in person
    • Work with the metrology team to improve data collection and measurement accuracy.
    • Help integrate data analytics tools into our cell development operations.
    • Communicate findings and suggest process improvements to stakeholders.
    • Ensure the reliability of data through development to production.
    • Keep up-to-date with data analysis methods applicable to battery technology.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Experience in data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning, especially in a development or manufacturing environment.
    • Basic understanding of electrochemical systems
    • Strong programming skills, especially in Python, with 3+ years of relevant experience. Experience with pandas, numpy, sci-kit learn, pytorch, and similar.
    • Good at data visualization.
    • Bachelor's in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Data Science, or similar, with 5+ years in the field, or Master's with 3+ years.
    • Strong team player with clear communication skills.

    Preferred Experience:

    • A PhD in a relevant field is highly regarded.
    • Background in battery data analysis, especially with lithium-ion or solid-state batteries.
    • Familiar with database management and data processing.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Comfortable working in various settings like dry rooms and labs.
    • This position requires the candidate to physically be present at our offices in San Jose.

    Compensation & Benefits:

    Salary range for this role is $123,000-$173,000, but a 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 exciting perks.

    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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