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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Sila Nanotechnologies · Alameda, CA · On-site

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About Sila Nanotechnologies

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.

About the role

Sila’s Equipment Engineering team in Alameda is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of manufacturing-scale reactors, bridging the gap between R&D concepts and capital project execution. This role focuses on the equipment development and design lifecycle for Sila’s best-in-class Silicon Carbon anode manufacturing technology.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
  • 10+ years of mechanical design experience in industrial equipment environments with a focus on large-scale manufacturing
  • Proficiency in mechanical design software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD) and development of P&IDs and fabrication packages
  • Strong technical expertise in reactor systems, thermal/fluid equipment, and fabrication methods. Familiarity with designing for high-temperature environments is highly desirable
  • Analytical proficiency in FEA analysis, thermal modeling, and precision tolerancing for reactor equipment
  • Working knowledge of mechanical codes, industrial regulations, and Process Safety Management (PSM) environments
More about this role

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?

Sila’s Equipment Engineering team in Alameda is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of manufacturing-scale reactors, bridging the gap between R&D concepts and capital project execution. This role focuses on the equipment development and design lifecycle for Sila’s best-in-class Silicon Carbon anode manufacturing technology.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills...

Read the full posting on Sila Nanotechnologies's site ↗

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