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QuantumScape · 1 month ago

Senior R&D Reliability Engineer

positionCA, US, 95110
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$134K/yr - $182K/yr
date3+ years exp

QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The Battery Systems Development team is seeking a highly motivated Scientist or Engineer to drive critical improvements in battery performance through collaboration and technical initiatives.

AutomotiveBatteryElectric VehicleEnergyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
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Responsibilities

Design and implement experiments to evaluate and improve QS battery performance at the cell, module, and pack level
Collect and analyze electrical and characterization data
Collaborate closely with our colleagues in cell manufacturing, failure analysis, and pack design to deliver pack-level performance improvements
Deliver and document high-quality technical insights and recommendations

Qualification

ElectrochemistryData analysisBattery researchPythonModelingSimulationWorkplace safetyHardware literacyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

A Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field with experience in battery research; or M.S. and 3+ years of experience; or B.S. and 5+ years of experience
Strong fundamental knowledge of electrochemistry, electrochemical testing, and statistics
Established skills in data analysis using Python or similar
Superb communication skills, both written and oral
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Dedication to workplace safety in a manufacturing and R&D setting

Preferred

Demonstrated track record of leading technical projects to successful completion, proven through impactful work in either an industrial or academic research setting
Hands-on experience working with ceramics, polymers, and metals
Experience with modeling and simulation of battery cells, modules, and packs in Python or with tools like COMSOL, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar
Functional hardware literacy to interface effectively with electrical engineers: for example, experience using power supplies, oscilloscopes, and multimeters

Benefits

Annual bonus
Generous RSU/Equity package
Employee paid health care
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Other benefits

Company

QuantumScape

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QuantumScape develops solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles and other energy storage applications.
dateFounded in 2010
location
San Jose, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
http://www.quantumscape.com

H1B Sponsorship

QuantumScape has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (2)
2020 (9)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.55B
Key Investors
Qatar Investment AuthorityFidelity,Janus Henderson InvestorsVolkswagen Group
2023-08-02Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2021-08-02Post Ipo Equity· $446M
2020-11-27Post Ipo Equity· $500M

Leadership Team

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Siva Sivaram
President & CEO
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Tim Holme
Founder & Chief Technology Officer

Recent News

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2026-02-05
Benzinga.com
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2026-02-05
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