We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?
Who You Are
As a Process Integration Engineer, you will develop processes to optimize the quality and manufacturing efficiency of Sila’s anode product. You are pivotal in crafting a holistic control plan for end-to-end high volume manufacturing (HVM), serving as the crucial bridge to ensure that disparate parts come together seamlessly to form a unified and functional whole. Through tools such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) as well as Process Development & Characterization (PDC), you will predict potential pitfalls, establish proactive measures, and effectively implement controls to mitigate risks. You will work closely with Materials Development, Process Technology, Process Safety, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, and Quality to design and release new control plans that will enable Sila to scale effectively.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Develop holistic manufacturing control plans to enable Sila to effectively scale its technology. This includes the design, selection and implementation of value-add control methods for the total production process.
- Cross-functionally collaborate with Materials Development, Process Technology, Process Safety, Analytical Development, Manufacturing, and Quality, to optimize the quality and manufacturing efficiency of Sila’s products.
- Design, develop, and implement Sila-wide procedures, standards, and work instructions to continuously improve the efficiency of Sila’s approach to product and process development and validation.
- May mentor multiple junior engineers and direct the activities of others
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Proficient in design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis.
- Proficient in six sigma (DMAIC) concepts, statistical process control (SPC), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and structured problem solving methodologies (8D).
- Hands on experience with ramping technology from lab-scale to high volume manufacturing.
- Experience initiating work and engaging Environmental Health and Safety teams to evaluate and review materials, procedures, and laboratory environments to ensure safe operations at all times.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to drive strategic partnerships and work cohesively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
- Ability to think deeply and critically in order to solve problems and develop strategies within a cross-functional team.
- Can effectively manage multiple responsibilities, is self-motivated and can work autonomously with minimal guidance; comfortable with ambiguity and eager to create structure; able to lead projects with diverse scope.
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or equivalent with minimum of 12+ years (Bachelor’s degree), 10+ years (Master’s degree), or 7+ years (PhD) of industry experience in process development, product development, and/or quality control.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Remain in a stationary position to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a laptop, copier/printer machine, etc.
- Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection.
- Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.
- Repetitive use of hands - light to forceful handling of material
The starting base pay for this role is between $164,000 and $218,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-Onsite
We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.
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What We Do
We are Sila—a next generation battery materials company dedicated to accelerating energy transformation for a more sustainable future.
Our next-gen anode material is the first significant chemistry improvement to lithium-ion batteries to reach the market in 30 years. Our silicon anode material is a simple drop-in replacement to graphite and significantly boosts the energy density of lithium-ion batteries without compromising performance.
Today, Sila science powers innovative consumer electronics. Tomorrow, it will fuel our EV future and the electrification of everything.
We work directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production. Our partners include BMW, Daimler, and ATL.
Sila Nano’s first products significantly increase the energy density of state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries. Our materials are manufacturable economically at scale and are drop-in replacements to existing battery manufacturing processes.
