# Principal Engineering Technician I, Development at Sila Nanotechnologies

- Company: Sila Nanotechnologies
- What the company does: The modern silicon anode was invented and scaled by Sila. Titan Silicon delivers 20% more energy density for batteries powering millions of devices…. Backed by Bessemer.
- Company website: https://silanano.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Alameda, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-28
- Apply by: 2026-12-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/silananotechnologies/jobs/8282344?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/sila-nanotechnologies-principal-engineering-technician-i-development/

## About the role

The starting base pay for this role is between $44/hr and $55/hr 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. This role may also be eligible for overtime. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- High school diploma, GED, or AS/technical degree in an engineering or technical discipline (mechanical, chemical, industrial technology, or equivalent military training)
- 5+ years of experience working as an operations technician, lab technician, chemical process operator, or pilot plant technician in a hardware, semiconductor, battery, chemical, or advanced manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated comfort using basic hand tools, torque wrenches, impact drivers, etc. Ability to train peers on proper use of tools and operating procedures
- Demonstrated experience working safely with hazardous materials, pyrophoric/flammable specialty gases, or fine powders in compliance with OSHA and site E&HS guidelines
- Proven track record of following, executing, and improving rigorous SOPs and standard work instructions without taking unauthorized shortcuts
- Proficiency with digital data entry and inventory systems and basic digital collaboration tools (Google Workspace / MS Office)

Tags: Manufacturing - CA

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