Position Overview:Solid Power is seeking a Senior Process Development Engineer to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. This position will be a part of the Electrolyte Systems Engineering team for developing new powder processes and scaling up to mass production. The Process Development Engineer will be responsible for process development and design to produce high quality solid electrolytes, specializing in particle size control technology. Job Duties:<ul><li style="font-size:12pt;">Work with cross functional teams to scale up prototype materials into pilot and production scale equipment.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Own process development and experimental planning for particle size control technology</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Independently plan, execute, and analyze design of experiments and effectively communicate results to targeted and broader audiences.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Identify, test, and implement new equipment in the electrolyte manufacturing process.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Utilize SCADA and batch record information to determine critical process parameter.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Apply statistical programs such as Minitab or JMP to determine if data sets are statistically different or similar.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Support the equipment validation and product qualification process.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Participate in process FMEA’s and quality gate reviews during the development process.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Lead and assist in the process hazard analysis (PHA). Identify and implement layers of production to ensure process safety.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Develop work instructions for equipment and process operations.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Assist EH&amp;S in ensuring occupational safety on the manufacturing floor.</li></ul>Qualifications/Requirements:<ul><li style="font-size:12pt;">Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a related field of study.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Minimum 8 years of experience in process development including process scale up, continuous improvement, and equipment commissioning preferably in chemical manufacturing.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Strong knowledge of particle size control techniques and particle size measurement techniques.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Strong process development &amp; engineering skills (process data analysis, scale up technology, root cause analysis, DOE).</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Experience in powder handling processes including powder transfer, milling and classification.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Proficiency in statistics software packages (JMP, Minitab) and process simulation tools.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Hands-on experience working with hazardous and flammable materials. </li><li style="font-size:12pt;">General knowledge of OSHA standards, international fire code, electrical area classification, and EPA requirements.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relations with other employees.</li><li style="font-size:12pt;">Willingness to execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced start-up environment.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li style="font-size:12pt;">Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR</li></ul>Salary Range: $100,000 - $145,000/yearBenefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&amp;D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, 8 paid holidays + the week between Christmas and New Years off, Unlimited PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans. Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.    Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!#LI-Onsite#LI-RM1

Solid Power is an industry-leading developer of the next-generation of all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Possessing no volatile or flammable liquid components, our solid-state batteries are extremely energy dense while also possessing ultimate safety and reliability. Together, these performance attributes can enable profound performance improvements of battery-powered devices such as portable electronics, electric vehicles, aircraft and satellites through increased run time, increased safety and lower cost.

Senior Process Development Engineer I (Particle Size Control)

Position Overview:Solid Power is seeking a Senior Process Development Engineer to join our talented team working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative team environment. This position will be a part of the Electrolyte Systems Engineering team for developing new powder processes and scaling up to mass production. The Process Development Engineer will be responsible for process development and design to produce high quality solid electrolytes, specializing in particle size control technology. Job Duties:<ul><li>Work with cross functional teams to scale up prototype materials into pilot and production scale equipment.</li><li>Own process development and experimental planning for particle size control technology</li><li>Independently plan, execute, and analyze design of experiments and effectively communicate results to targeted and broader audiences.</li><li>Identify, test, and implement new equipment in the electrolyte manufacturing process.</li><li>Utilize SCADA and batch record information to determine critical process parameter.</li><li>Apply statistical programs such as Minitab or JMP to determine if data sets are statistically different or similar.</li><li>Support the equipment validation and product qualification process.</li><li>Participate in process FMEA’s and quality gate reviews during the development process.</li><li>Lead and assist in the process hazard analysis (PHA). Identify and implement layers of production to ensure process safety.</li><li>Develop work instructions for equipment and process operations.</li><li>Assist EH&amp;S in ensuring occupational safety on the manufacturing floor.</li></ul>Qualifications/Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or a related field of study.</li><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in process development including process scale up, continuous improvement, and equipment commissioning preferably in chemical manufacturing.</li><li>Strong knowledge of particle size control techniques and particle size measurement techniques.</li><li>Strong process development &amp; engineering skills (process data analysis, scale up technology, root cause analysis, DOE).</li><li>Experience in powder handling processes including powder transfer, milling and classification.</li><li>Proficiency in statistics software packages (JMP, Minitab) and process simulation tools.</li><li>Hands-on experience working with hazardous and flammable materials. </li><li>General knowledge of OSHA standards, international fire code, electrical area classification, and EPA requirements.</li><li>Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relations with other employees.</li><li>Willingness to execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced start-up environment.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR</li></ul>Salary Range: $100,000 - $145,000/yearBenefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&amp;D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, 8 paid holidays + the week between Christmas and New Years off, Unlimited PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans. Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.    Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!#LI-Onsite#LI-RM1

Senior Process Development Engineer I (Particle Size Control)

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