<div><h2><strong>About Us</strong></h2><p>We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?</p></div><h2><strong>Who You Are</strong></h2><p>The Capital Project QA Manager oversees quality management systems, procedures, and documentation for large-scale capital projects and smaller scale improvement/developmental projects , ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, regulations, and safety standards. Key duties include developing QA program/QC plans, conducting site audits, managing contractor compliance, and mitigating risks. </p><p>The QA Manager is responsible for the <strong>proactive processes</strong> and governance that prevent errors throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>The role is a based in <strong>Alameda, California</strong>, but typically require onsite presence, at construction sites, offices, and client locations to oversee auditing, operations, inspections and reporting. </p><h2><strong>Responsibilities and Duties  </strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Quality Planning:</strong> Develop and implement <strong>Sila’s Quality Management Plan (QMP)</strong> tailored to owner requirements, industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001), and regulatory mandates.  Develop, implement, and enforce a project-specific Quality Assurance Plan and QC protocols for construction, materials, and equipment.</li><li><strong>Audit &amp; Compliance:</strong> Conduct systematic internal and external audits to verify adherence to established protocols and technical standards. Perform on-site quality inspections and audits to verify adherence to design drawings, specifications, and codes.</li><li><strong>Vendor &amp; Contractor Oversight:</strong> Review and validate contractor quality plans, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and material certifications to ensure vendor performance. Liaise with contractors, engineering designers, and vendors to ensure quality standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li><strong>Documentation &amp; Reporting:</strong> Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, test results, and quality incidents, providing regular, detailed reports to project stakeholders.</li><li><strong>Defect Management:</strong> Manage <strong>Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)</strong> and develop <strong>Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)</strong> to resolve quality risks before they impact timelines.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Liaison:</strong> Act as the primary point of contact for quality issues between the owner, engineering teams, and construction partners.</li><li><strong>Reporting &amp; Metrics:</strong> Monitor and report on key quality performance indicators (KPIs) and trend analyses to senior management.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Facilitate lessons-learned sessions to improve quality management processes for future project phases.</li></ul><h2><strong>Knowledge and Skill Requirements </strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in <strong>Engineering</strong>, Project Management, or a related technical field.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Typically 7–10+ years of experience in QA roles specifically supporting large-scale industrial or capital projects.</li><li><strong>Certifications:</strong> Highly preferred credentials include ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).</li><li><strong>Software Skills:</strong> Proficiency in project and defect management tools.</li><li><strong>Analytical:</strong> Ability to interpret complex technical specifications and identify patterns in defect data.</li><li><strong>Communication:</strong> Strong skills to foster a quality-driven culture and negotiate resolutions with multi-disciplinary teams.</li><li><strong>Risk Management:</strong> Proactively identifying potential quality failures and developing mitigation strategies. </li></ul><h2><strong>Physical Demands and Working Conditions</strong></h2><ul><li>Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes</li><li>Move long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of time</li><li>Operate a computer and other office equipment, such as a laptop, copier/printer, etc in a fixed location</li></ul><p>The starting base pay for this role is between $151,000 and $191,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.</p><p>#LI-PL1 #LI-Onsite</p><div><h2><strong>Working at Sila</strong></h2><p>We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.</p></div>

<p>Sila Nanotechnologies is an electronics company that offers new battery materials chemistry. It works directly with leading consumer electronics and automotive OEMs to help accelerate product roadmaps, and partners with battery manufacturers commercial cell production. The company was founded in 2011 and headquartered in California, United States.</p>

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