Senior Cell Development Engineer Job Details | QuantumScape Corporation By continuing to use and navigate this website, you are agreeing to the use of cookies. Accept Close Skip to main content View Profile CAREERS SIGN IN View Profile CAREERS SIGN IN View Profile CAREERS SIGN IN Search by Keyword Search by Location Show More Options Loading... Business Unit All Division All Department All Location Type All Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert × Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Apply now » Title: Senior Cell Development Engineer Date: Aug 14, 2026 Location: CA, US, 95110 Work Location Type: On-site Company: QuantumScape Corporation Description: QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company’s next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future. What we need: We’re looking for a Senior Cell Development Engineer to scope and lead end‑to‑end development efforts that directly impact cell performance and reliability. You’ll lead projects to devise innovative cell designs, specify and optimize assembly processes, and integrate new materials/components into our anode‑less solid‑state batteries. You’ll partner across automation, metrology, FA and manufacturing, owning projects and driving them to completion. What You’ll do: Lead integration and validation of new components and materials on next ‑ generation cell platforms. Develop methodologies and experiments to validate key cell design performance, reliability, and safety criteria. Design rigorous DOEs; apply statistical and analytical methods to evaluate approaches and compare effectiveness. Model reliability performance (e.g., Weibull, Kaplan–Meier) and connect mechanisms to actionable design/process changes. Define critical ‑ to ‑ quality (CTQ) metrics, acceptance criteria, and validation plans. Collaborate with cell build process teams, equipment design teams, safety, quality, metrology, and production teams to execute on critical path projects. Skills You’ll Need: BS or higher degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related field. Minimum of Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience. Proven track record of leading projects to successful completion. Prior experience in or knowledge of electrochemistry/electrochemical systems and battery test methods. R&D process ‑ development experience (cell assembly, metrology, process specs, scale ‑ up). Prior experience with Python for data analysis/visualization; solid statistics (DoE, regression, confidence intervals). Excellent technical communication and cross ‑ functional collaboration.
Nice to have: Reliability analysis experience (Weibull, survival analysis, life test planning). ONSITE: This position is required to work onsite 5 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties and
requirements of this position. As an on-site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in-person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and collaboration.
Compensation &
Benefits: Expected salary range for this role is from $112,500 to $163,200, and a final 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
benefits. 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. Nearest Major Market: San Jose Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto Apply now » Find similar jobs: Manufacturing, All Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. BATTERY TECHNOLOGY SOLID-STATE BATTERIES SOLID-STATE FAQS RESOURCES NEWSROOM QS BLOG ABOUT INVESTORS CAREERS
QuantumScape develops solid-state lithium-metal batteries for electric vehicles and other energy storage applications.
The company works to revolutionize the battery industry by producing a solid-state battery that will provide a substantially higher level of battery storage than other batteries currently on the market. It manufactures lithium batteries aimed to accelerate the commercialization of solid-state batteries. The company's innovative approach could significantly impact the future of electric transportation and renewable energy integration.
Jagdeep Singh founded the company in San Jose, California, in 2010.
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Salary
$112,500 - $163,200
Location
United States, California
Total raised
$1B
Last stage
Public
Investors
Fritz Prinz
Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Advisor
Tim Holme
Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
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