New Materials Reactor Design Engineer-Contract

Sila • Alameda, CA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

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?

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
• At least 6 months’ prior experience working full-time in academic and/or industrial research & development environments.
• Proficiency in mechanical design, CAD software (SolidWorks preferred), and making machines that balance flexibility and robustness.
• Proficiency in documenting designs and getting them fabricated by outside vendors.
• Programming experience (C, Python, .NET, or IEC 61131 PLC automation preferred).
• Knowledge of AC and DC power fundamentals, sensor/signal troubleshooting, and field wiring best practices.
• Experience with complex, multidisciplinary technical systems (e.g., interconnected electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems).
• Great communication skills, including the ability to surface problems constructively.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and test new R&D hardware for novel chemical vapor deposition proof-of-concept work.
• Take the lead in carrying out a design from concept through deployment.
• Work with contractors and external vendors to get things built, including fabricators, tradespeople, system integrators, and in-house engineers & technicians.
• Close loops by collaborating with end-users to iterate and refine designs in fast learning cycles.
• Diagnose problems when they arise and fix them responsively, including data analysis and in-person discussions.
• Organize, document, and communicate work, creating enduring records.
• Ensure successful handoff to end-users with clearly-documented commissioning procedures and tests.
• Plan projects accurately and execute according to plan.
• Design hardware for flexibility and operability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level