Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

As a Process Development Engineer, you will be part of a highly cross-functional and fast- paced team and will be responsible for process scale-up and development at various manufacturing scales.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

-Lead hands-on process development to enhance materials manufacturing processes.

-Apply first principles thinking to systematically design experiments and analyze the root causes of process inefficiencies.

-Utilize data analysis software such as JMP or Python to process and interpret large experimental datasets, enabling data-informed decision making.

-Effectively communicate complex concepts through verbal presentations and written reports to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

-Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to implement process improvements and ensure alignment with project objectives.

-Manage technical projects from conception to completion within the team, delivering results to internal customers.

-Analyze chemical synthesis processes to identify key physical phenomena and develop process and reactor improvements based on this understanding.

-Document and communicate findings to a broad set of partners, including identifying safety hazards and collaborating on implementing improvements through formal tech transfer.

-Prepare for design reviews in compliance with regulatory and quality system requirements.

-Verify designs and functional requirements through engineering analyses and testing.

-Balance product requirements and scalability by understanding product needs and commercial benchmarks while mitigating process scale-up risks to meet project timing and cost objectives.

-Develop characterization and test methods addressing both scientific understanding and robust manufacturability needs.

-Advise operations and engineering teams as the onsite technical expert, including proactive identification and implementation of safety improvements.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

-Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of experience or a Master’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience in Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline and at least 3 years of work experience in a traditional engineering role.

-Experience analyzing thermal/mechanical/chemical systems and applying the results to make quantifiable improvements to hardware and processes. 

-Ability to troubleshoot and rework equipment or unit operation, and familiar with lab and production instrumentations.

-Experience working in a fast-paced environment or startup.

-Experience with relevant manufacturing processes is ideal.

-Familiarity with Process Hazard Analyses and PSM requirements.

-Strong communication skills. Ability to listen and effectively communicate technical concepts to a diverse audience. Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to a diverse audience including verbal, written, and presentation Experience with advanced data analysis (python, database mining, JMP, etc.)

-Experience in collaborative problem solving, sharing knowledge, ideas, resources, and long-term plans in order to solve complex technical problems.

-Professional experience with materials-based new product development is a plus.

-Experience with battery materials and/or electrochemical testing techniques is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

-Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a periodic basis.

-Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes.

-Up to 25% travel for work.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.

Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.