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Salary: USD 172,000 - 218,000 / annual
Sila Nanotechnologies is a next-generation battery materials company developing advanced lithium-ion battery technology to accelerate the global transition to clean energy. The company manufactures ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase energy density while reducing size and weight, enabling smaller, more powerful batteries for consumer devices and electric vehicles.
The Equipment Engineering team in Alameda is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of manufacturing-scale reactors. This role bridges R&D concepts with capital project execution, focusing on Sila's Silicon Carbon anode manufacturing technology.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading mechanical design initiatives for manufacturing-scale reactors, emphasizing simplicity and efficient engineering
- Performing high-fidelity thermal, fluid, and structural modeling (FEA) to validate reactor performance
- Developing comprehensive engineering packages including layouts, IP drawings, equipment datasheets, and specifications
- Driving safety and compliance through safety-by-design principles and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs (PHA, HAZOP, MOC)
- Serving as technical lead for cross-functional project teams, managing end-to-end project lifecycle including vendor coordination, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and field installation verification
- Maintaining accurate, controlled, and compliant engineering documentation
- Mentoring and coaching junior engineering staff on design documentation, engineering rigor, and safety best practices
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years of mechanical design experience in industrial equipment environments with focus on large-scale manufacturing
- Proficiency in mechanical design software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD) and P&ID development
- Strong expertise in reactor systems, thermal/fluid equipment, and fabrication methods
- Analytical proficiency in FEA analysis, thermal modeling, and precision tolerancing
- Working knowledge of mechanical codes, industrial regulations, and PSM environments
- Familiarity with high-temperature equipment design is highly desirable
The role involves up to 15% travel and requires working in a lab environment with appropriate personal protective equipment.
