Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Staff / Sr Staff Quality Systems Engineer
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$132K/yr - $197K/yr
8+ years expSila Nanotechnologies, Inc. is a next-generation battery materials company focused on powering the transition to clean energy. They are seeking a Senior Staff Quality Systems Engineer to lead the development and continuous improvement of their global quality management system, ensuring high standards of quality across the organization.
BatteryElectric VehicleElectronicsManufacturingNanotechnology
Responsibilities
Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of Sila’s global quality management system (QMS)
Report on QMS performance to management
Develop and lead Sila’s internal audit program
Steward Sila’s global event investigation / problem solving program and serve as an expert root cause analysis (RCA) facilitator
Train Quality process owners, leaders, and employees on Sila’s QMS and their role within it
Drive continuous improvements and simplification efforts for Sila’s QMS
Serve as the lead coordinator for external quality certification and surveillance audits
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years of relevant quality engineering experience within an established Quality Management System (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or GMP)
Strong, demonstrated expertise with ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949
Extensive auditing experience, including leading internal audits and managing registrar audits
Proven ability to lead, execute, and document key quality processes, including Management Review, Problem Solving, and Continuous Improvement
Ability to effectively advocate for quality initiatives and drive cross-functional change
Must be able to distill complex quality metrics and technical findings into clear, compelling narratives for all levels of the organization, including executive leadership
Proven skill in leading and structuring critical meetings (eg, Management Review) to ensure efficiency and clear, accountable outcomes
Must be adept at mediating conflicts and building consensus among diverse functional groups
Experience in coaching and mentoring junior staff or peers on quality principles and QMS procedures, providing constructive and empathetic feedback to foster professional growth
Demonstrates persistence and resourcefulness to overcome obstacles, high standards of integrity, and assertiveness to ensure quality compliance without being overly abrasive
Able to proficiently apply advanced analytical tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 5 Whys, FMEA, statistical process control) to determine the true systemic root cause of complex non-conformances
Must be able to analyze qualitative and quantitative data to draw insightful, reliable conclusions that drive effective and lasting Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location
Ability to travel 10% of the year
Preferred
Industry experience in automotive, semiconductor, and/or bulk materials
Internal Auditor certification preferred
Benefits
Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses.
Company
Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc.
We are Sila—a next generation battery materials company dedicated to accelerating energy transformation for a more sustainable future.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.36BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyCoatueCPP Investments
2024-06-27Series G· $375M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
2021-01-26Series F· $590M
Leadership Team
Gene Berdichevsky
Co-founder and CEO
Alex Jacobs
Co-Founder & VP Engineering
Recent News
2025-09-18
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