Staff Engineer, Battery Capabilities
Core
Define vision and execute the expansion of Sila's business into cylindrical lithium-ion cell manufacturing by specifying production lines, selecting equipment, and developing processes.
Role type
Staff Engineer, Battery Capabilities (Cell Manufacturing Design)
Builds
State-of-the-art cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells
Domain
Clean energy / Battery materials / Manufacturing
Required skills
Cylindrical cell equipment design, Manufacturing line architecture, Supplier technical engagement, Process architecture, Project management, Safety and compliance integration
Preferred skills
Tabless/single-tab connections, Aluminum can manufacturing, Low-humidity dry room operations
Technologies
Lithium-ion cell manufacturing equipment, Automation systems, Data collection tools
Responsibilities
Evaluate manufacturing process and equipment designs, Define equipment requirements and lead supplier engagements, Oversee equipment installation and execute acceptance tests, Direct process development and lead handoff to operations
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic ownership