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Sila

New Materials Reactor Design Engineer-Contract

Alameda, CA$127.4k–$162kcontractmidAdded today

About this role

Sila, a battery materials company, seeks a hands-on Reactor Design Engineer to lead the design, build, and testing of novel chemical vapor deposition R&D hardware from concept through deployment. You'll collaborate with chemists, vendors, and technicians to iterate designs rapidly, troubleshoot systems, and document your work for successful handoff in a fast-paced clean energy environment.

What you'll do

  • Design, build, and test R&D hardware for chemical vapor deposition proof-of-concept projects
  • Manage vendor and contractor relationships to fabricate and integrate designed systems
  • Iterate designs based on end-user feedback in fast learning cycles
  • Diagnose and resolve technical problems through data analysis and stakeholder collaboration
  • Document designs, create commissioning procedures, and ensure successful project handoff
  • Plan and execute projects on schedule, balancing flexibility and robustness

What they're looking for

  • Mechanical design and CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Programming (Python, C, .NET, or IEC 61131 PLC automation)
  • AC/DC power fundamentals and electrical troubleshooting
  • Complex multidisciplinary systems integration (mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic)
  • Technical documentation and communication
  • Vendor management and fabrication coordination
  • Problem diagnosis and root cause analysis
  • Sensor and signal troubleshooting
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Sila

Sila develops innovative lithium-ion batteries using advanced materials and manufactures them at scale in facilities like Moses Lake, WA. The company is hiring for manufacturing and engineering roles including process engineers, operations technicians, electrical engineers, and software developers to optimize production, safety, and internal systems.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe a time you designed a mechanical system from concept through fabrication—what challenges did you face and how did you resolve them?
  • Walk us through your experience with CAD software and your process for communicating designs to external fabricators.
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