Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc. · 17 hours ago
Process Engineering Manager
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$165K/yr - $208K/yr
7+ years expSila is a next-generation battery materials company focused on powering the transition to clean energy. The Process Engineering Manager will lead a team of engineers to optimize safety, quality, and production goals at the Alameda Manufacturing Plant while driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
BatteryElectric VehicleElectronicsManufacturingNanotechnology
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of process engineers focused on optimizing safety, quality, and output in the Alameda manufacturing plant
Drive process optimization and continuous improvement projects to increase plant efficiency, yield, and material quality across all unit operations
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for manufacturing processes, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process flow diagrams, and mass/energy balances
Collaborate closely with R&D and Equipment Engineering teams to successfully transition new anode material products and manufacturing processes from the pilot scale to commercial scale, ensuring manufacturability and reliability
Oversee and manage the collection, analysis, and interpretation of process data (SPC, SQC, Cpk, OEE) to identify root causes of deviations and implement corrective actions
Serve as the primary technical resource for troubleshooting complex process-related issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining high-quality output
Develop and manage the execution of capital projects for process capacity expansion, equipment upgrades, and infrastructure improvements within the facility
Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with internal safety, environmental, and quality standards, as well as external regulatory requirements
Act as a key liaison to the Moses Lake Washington large-scale plant, facilitating the seamless transfer of process knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned from the pilot operation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
7+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role
Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and process optimization projects using methodologies like Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or similar structured problem-solving approaches
Deep understanding of manufacturing process scale-up from pilot to commercial volume, including technology transfer
Expertise in statistical process control (SPC), process capability analysis (Cpk, Ppk), Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and root cause analysis (RCA) techniques
Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA) and best practices within a chemical or materials processing plant
Proficiency in process modeling, simulation software, and data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, Minitab, JMP, SQL)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team
Experience managing small projects from conception through commissioning
Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis
Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
Move items up to 50 lbs with the assistance of lift equipment and carts
Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time
Reach low shelves or items on the floor
Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet
Climb stairs or over containment walls
Precise and repetitive handling of a range of material quantities
Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location
Preferred
Experience in specialty chemical manufacturing, advanced materials, or battery/anode production is highly desirable
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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