Senior Process Engineer at Solcoa | Alameda, California

About UsAt Sila, we are pioneering the future of battery materials with a mission to drive the transition to clean energy. Our innovative team is focused on creating superior lithium-ion batteries from the inside out, enhancing energy density while minimizing size and weight. This leads to more powerful, compact batteries that can revolutionize consumer elec…

About UsAt Sila, we are at the forefront of the clean energy revolution, dedicated to creating innovative battery materials that power a sustainable future. Our mission to enhance lithium-ion batteries focuses on engineering and manufacturing advanced materials that significantly boost energy density while minimizing size and weight. This leads to smaller, more efficient batteries that advance consumer electronics and facilitate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Join us in tackling one of the most significant challenges of our era and be part of a team committed to reshaping the future.Your RoleAs a Staff Process Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role at the intersection of Research & Development and High-Volume Manufacturing. You will be tasked with developing and refining manufacturing processes across a variety of products and operations to maximize yield, reliability, and performance. This is a high-impact position ideal for a collaborative builder who possesses a strong foundation in process engineering and a passion for bringing innovative materials technologies to market.

About UsAt Sila, we are pioneering the future of energy storage as a cutting-edge battery materials company. Our goal is to accelerate the world's shift towards clean energy by developing advanced lithium-ion batteries. Our innovative materials significantly enhance energy density while minimizing size and weight, leading to more powerful batteries that can transform consumer electronics and promote the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, ultimately reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. Join us as we tackle one of society's most pressing challenges and redefine the boundaries of what is achievable in energy technology.Your RoleAs a Process Integration Engineer, you will play a vital role at the nexus of Research & Development (R&D) and High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM). You will be tasked with developing and optimizing manufacturing workflows across diverse products and unit operations aimed at maximizing yield, reliability, and performance. This impactful position is ideal for a proactive builder who thrives in collaborative settings, possesses a strong foundation in process engineering principles, and is eager to introduce innovative materials-based technologies to the marketplace.

About UsAt Sila, we are pioneering the future of energy with next-generation battery materials. Our mission is to facilitate a global transition to clean energy by innovating lithium-ion battery technology. Our team is dedicated to engineering and manufacturing advanced battery materials that enhance energy density while minimizing size and weight. The outcome? More compact and powerful batteries that drive innovation in consumer electronics and accelerate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, helping us reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Join us as we tackle one of the most significant challenges of our time and redefine what is possible!Who You AreAs a Senior Process Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role at the intersection of Research & Development and High-Volume Manufacturing. You will be tasked with developing and optimizing manufacturing process workflows across various products and unit operations, enhancing yield, reliability, and performance. This role is perfectly suited for a collaborative individual who possesses a solid foundation in process engineering and is passionate about commercializing new material technologies.

genefab seeks a Senior Process Engineer to join the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team in Alameda, CA. This role centers on refining manufacturing processes and safeguarding product quality. Role overview The Senior Process Engineer leads efforts to enhance manufacturing operations. The position involves reviewing and optimizing workflows to improve efficiency and consistency in production. What you will do Lead projects aimed at improving processes throughout manufacturing Analyze operational data to spot trends and suggest actionable solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to put changes in place and address challenges Requirements Proven experience in process improvement within a manufacturing environment Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Comfort working with teams from various disciplines

THE COMPANYSaildrone is a pioneering maritime defense firm and the foremost global provider of autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With unparalleled oceanic coverage and extensive real-world operational experience, Saildrone operates active, combat-ready systems that bolster national security and project force globally, 24/7/365.Our manufacturing and R&D headquarters are situated in Alameda, CA, complemented by business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, along with deployment hubs across Europe and the Middle East. By merging established autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing, renewable power, and cutting-edge unmanned surface technology, Saildrone is transforming the operational capabilities of tomorrow's Navy. Join a dynamic, mission-driven team at the cutting edge of maritime security and autonomous innovation.THE POSITIONSaildrone is in search of a skilled Software Engineer to become part of our Security team. Our engineers wear multiple hats; on any given day, you may find yourself developing new security systems, collaborating with product teams on design choices, evaluating vendor products, or probing for vulnerabilities in our defenses. We're seeking a technical expert who actively identifies risks, passionately advocates for enhancements across products, and swiftly responds to emerging threats. You excel in complex, distributed environments and take full ownership of security across all levels.This role requires being onsite in Alameda, CA in the Bay Area 3 days a week - this follows our hybrid model. Remote work is not an option.THE TEAMThe Security team safeguards Saildrone’s fleet, systems, and customer data throughout our global maritime operations. Our vehicles navigate through diverse environments, from busy inland waterways to stormy seas and contested waters. We face unique challenges that you won't encounter anywhere else, and we want your expertise!THE RESPONSIBILITIESDesigning, developing, and deploying automated security systems for our drones and shore-side infrastructure.Reviewing designs and code from other engineering teams, focusing on identifying security vulnerabilities.Responding to security incidents as part of a rotating on-call schedule.Supporting audit processes for compliance standards such as NIST 800-171 or ISO 27001.Testing the company's security posture through various methods, including manual and automated assessments, tabletop exercises, penetration tests, and offensive scanning tools.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and ensure robust defense mechanisms.

As the Business Intelligence Integration Lead at Penumbra, you will be instrumental in shaping our company's strategic vision. This pivotal role requires a seasoned Integration Strategy Architect with profound knowledge in designing, evaluating, and refining enterprise integration frameworks. You will leverage your architectural acumen to assess current integrations and propose best practices, target-state architectures, and integration strategies that align with both business and IT objectives. Key Responsibilities• Define and take ownership of the enterprise integration strategy, including architectural standards and best practices.• Develop and implement integration strategies that align with business goals and IT directives.• Design and oversee API-led, event-driven, and canonical data integration patterns, ensuring robust integration solutions that span ERP and other enterprise systems.• Lead integration architecture initiatives for our ERP platform SAP S/4HANA, as well as applications such as Active Directory, UKG, Salesforce, ServiceNow, and MES Systems like Camstar/OpCenter.• Utilize Boomi AI for enhanced mapping, transformation, and integration acceleration, while identifying opportunities for AI-driven optimization.• Conduct thorough analyses of existing integration landscapes to identify gaps, risks, redundancies, and performance issues.• Recommend modernization and optimization strategies for integration solutions.• Provide architectural guidance on hybrid integration patterns and solutions, particularly during cloud migration phases.• Design Boomi cloud deployment strategies to ensure high availability and support disaster recovery.• Establish integration governance encompassing design principles, naming conventions, error handling, logging, monitoring, and security standards.• Collaborate with business stakeholders, enterprise architects, application teams, and vendors to ensure alignment between integration solutions and business requirements.• Mentor integration developers and technical teams on architectural standards and best practices.• Assist in planning the integration roadmap, including estimation and technical decision-making.• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and data privacy requirements.• Possess advanced experience in the development, construction, testing, and maintenance of data architecture.

ABOUT SAILDRONESaildrone is a pioneering maritime defense company, recognized globally as the leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With unparalleled operational experience and more ocean miles traversed than any other USV manufacturer or operator, Saildrone actively deploys combat-ready systems that support national security and force projection worldwide, operating 24/7/365.Located in Alameda, CA, Saildrone's manufacturing and R&D headquarters drive innovation, with business development and sales operations based in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs strategically positioned in Europe and the Middle East. By merging proven autonomous operations, cutting-edge edge computing, advanced sensing technologies, and renewable energy sources, Saildrone is redefining the operational capabilities of the Navy for the future. Join a dynamic, mission-focused team that is leading the charge in maritime security and autonomous advancements.ROLE OVERVIEWWe are in search of a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to join our innovative team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager of Machine Learning, you will be integral in designing, deploying, and scaling machine learning systems that foster autonomy and deliver real-time intelligence across Saildrone’s global fleet. You will enhance Saildrone’s model portfolio and ensure robust, high-performance inference on edge hardware within complex maritime environments. We seek a technical leader who excels in navigating ambiguity, drives holistic project execution, and assumes ownership of production ML systems in mission-critical scenarios.This position requires onsite presence in Alameda, CA three days a week as part of our hybrid work model. Remote work is not an option.TEAM INSIGHTThe Machine Learning team is tasked with developing and deploying models that enhance perception, autonomy, and intelligence across Saildrone’s fleet of autonomous surface vehicles. Our focus is on constructing scalable, high-performance ML systems that convert multimodal sensor data into actionable insights, facilitating continuous maritime awareness in national security and defense contexts.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProduction & Mission Impact: Create and implement production-grade ML models for real-time perception to identify, classify, and track high-value targets, enabling USVs to function continuously in challenging and hostile maritime environments.Edge Architecture & Autonomy: Oversee the complete ML lifecycle architecture, ensuring model reliability on NVIDIA Jetson/AGX platforms and advancing autonomous decision-making processes.

Join our innovative team at Silana Technologies as a Staff Electrolyte Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing electrolyte formulations that enhance the performance of our cutting-edge technology. Your expertise will contribute to advancing our product line and driving success in our projects.

Role overview The Principal of OA&A Process Excellence at Penumbrainc will drive improvements in operational processes across the organization. This position is based in Alameda, CA and works with several departments to find ways to increase efficiency and raise quality standards. What you will do Lead projects aimed at optimizing and streamlining operational workflows Use process improvement skills to help the company meet its objectives Promote a culture that values innovation and ongoing improvement Work closely with teams throughout the company to share and encourage best practices

Join iota-bio as a Staff Firmware Engineer where you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge firmware solutions. You will collaborate with a talented team to design, implement, and optimize firmware that drives our innovative biotechnological devices. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing product functionality and reliability, ultimately impacting the lives of our users.

Join Jitterbit, a leading integration platform, as a Senior Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you'll design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions that enhance our integration capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet and exceed customer expectations. Your expertise will drive the evolution of our technology stack and contribute to our mission of simplifying integration for businesses worldwide.

About UsAt Sila, we are pioneering the future of energy with our innovative battery materials. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean energy by developing advanced lithium-ion batteries that are not only more powerful but also smaller and lighter. By engineering and manufacturing cutting-edge battery materials, we aim to unlock new possibilities in consumer electronics and facilitate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, ultimately reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Join us in tackling one of the most significant challenges of our time and help redefine what’s possible in energy storage.Who You AreAs a Senior Staff Accountant, you will play a vital role in our accounting team. Your primary responsibilities will include managing period-end close activities, preparing journal entries, conducting account reconciliations, and generating monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. You will also oversee key technical areas, including accounts receivable, grants management, revenue recognition, internal controls, and financial reporting. As Sila continues to grow, you will collaborate closely with the Accounting Manager and Controller to enhance our internal controls, policies, and procedures.

About UsAt Sila, we are pioneering the future of battery materials with a vision to facilitate the world's transition to clean energy. Our innovative approach focuses on creating advanced lithium-ion batteries that are not only more efficient but also smaller and lighter. By enhancing the energy density of batteries, we are driving innovation in consumer electronics and accelerating the shift to electric vehicles, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Join us in tackling one of the most pressing challenges of our time and help redefine what’s possible.Who You AreAs a Staff Scientist within our Analytics Team, you are a dynamic and hands-on analytical expert with a strong background in developing and validating analytical methods across various instrumentation. Your passion for analytical chemistry, material characterization, and process control drives your success. You approach complex technical challenges with curiosity and tenacity, maintaining high standards. Your resourcefulness and independence allow you to juggle multiple projects while delivering timely results in a fast-paced and evolving environment. You thrive as a collaborative team member, open to both giving and receiving constructive feedback.Responsibilities and DutiesIn this role, you will independently scope, plan, and execute intricate analytical development projects involving multiple stakeholders to enhance Sila’s measurement capabilities for both R&D and QC. Specifically, you will:Identify and propose solutions that effectively meet business and technical needs, ensuring alignment across functions with engineers and management.Evaluate, select, procure, and install necessary analytical instrumentation.Establish best practices in sample preparation, instrumental analysis, data analysis, and result reporting.Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), train team members, and conduct thorough Measurement System Analyses (MSA).Prepare validation reports and present technical data to engineering and quality teams.Knowledge and Skill RequirementsA degree in Chemistry, Physics, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of industry experience (Bachelor’s degree), 5 years (Master’s degree), or 3 years (PhD) focusing on analytical method development.Proficiency in analytical techniques and instrumentation.

Join Silana Technologies as a Staff Battery Engineer specializing in Battery Performance. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to enhance battery technologies, optimizing performance metrics and driving innovation within our engineering team. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge battery solutions that meet market demands.

THE COMPANYSaildrone Inc. is a pioneering maritime defense organization and the leading global authority in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With unparalleled oceanic miles and extensive real-world operational expertise, Saildrone operates active, combat-deployed systems that bolster national security and force projection globally, around the clock. Headquartered in Alameda, CA, with business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs across Europe and the Middle East, Saildrone is redefining naval operations. By harnessing reliable autonomous operations, cutting-edge edge computing, advanced sensing technologies, and sustainable power solutions, we are at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation. Become a vital part of our fast-paced, mission-driven team.THE POSITIONWe are looking for a Senior Staff Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic Electrical Engineering team. Reporting directly to the Director of Firmware, you will spearhead the definition, design, and validation of sophisticated electrical components and subsystems that are integral to our fleet of advanced USVs. We seek a senior technical leader focused on power storage, distribution, and charge/discharge hardware, along with the integration of various sensors, actuators, and computing devices essential for the autonomous navigation of our vessels at sea.THE TEAMThe Electrical Engineering team is tasked with the architecture, design, and maintenance of power systems, electronics, and embedded hardware across Saildrone’s unmanned surface vehicles. Our focus is on delivering resilient, high-performance electrical platforms that enable persistent maritime domain awareness within a national security and defense context.THE RESPONSIBILITIESElectrical Architecture: Lead the design, evolution, and validation of electrical systems to meet rigorous performance and safety standards for extended maritime operations.Technical Ownership: Define the strategic direction for power distribution, energy storage, and embedded computing subsystems, ensuring a robust foundation for all autonomous platforms.Hardware Delivery: Oversee the complete development cycle of intricate PCBAs—from schematic capture to layout in Altium 365—balancing high-power demands with precision mixed-signal integrity.Validation Strategy: Develop and implement thorough testing and quality assurance strategies to guarantee system reliability and performance.

About UsAt Sila, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing battery technology. Our mission is to facilitate the global shift towards clean energy by engineering innovative lithium-ion battery materials that enhance energy density while minimizing size and weight. Our advancements result in powerful, compact batteries that foster innovation in consumer electronics and accelerate the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, thereby reducing our reliance on fossil fuels. Every day, we tackle one of the most critical challenges of our time, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Are you ready to join a team committed to transforming the world?Who You AreYou are passionate about creating intelligent systems that enhance manufacturing operations, enabling factories to understand current conditions, anticipate future events, and react proactively. You thrive on solving complex technical challenges that have tangible operational impacts. You can distill ambiguous manufacturing issues into functional systems that are utilized by engineering and operations teams.You are adept at navigating software, data, engineering principles, and manufacturing frameworks. You are experienced in managing noisy production data, imperfect systems, and complex failure patterns. You don't just focus on visibility; you design actionable systems.We seek an individual with a track record of building and implementing systems that transform operational processes.Build Manufacturing Intelligence SystemsCreate internal production systems that aggregate plant telemetry, live data feeds, event logs, quality assessments, maintenance records, and operational context for enhanced manufacturing predictions and responsive actions.Analyze raw data to reconstruct equipment and process behaviors, highlighting significant deviations from expected outcomes.Design systems that detect process drifts, categorize fault patterns, and assess operational risks before failures or quality losses occur.Convert raw manufacturing indicators into dependable services and applications that boost uptime, yield, and execution speed.Develop Models That MatterConstruct and implement machine learning models for anomaly detection, fault classification, process monitoring, quality forecasting, and related manufacturing applications.Create models that interlink recipe conditions, process parameters, and equipment behavior.

General OverviewJoin the dynamic Manufacturing Engineering team at Penumbra, where you'll tackle intricate challenges and devise groundbreaking solutions. Your role will focus on providing advanced manufacturing technology, optimizing production processes, and facilitating the successful commercialization of new products. By collaborating across various engineering divisions, as well as with Production, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance teams, you will address and resolve production floor issues and implement creative engineering enhancements to both production lines and quality systems.Your Responsibilities• Address complex engineering challenges with innovative solutions.• Perform thorough root cause analysis and propose effective solutions.• Facilitate communication of problems and solutions across departments.• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure effective communication and timely updates.• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), deviations, engineering change orders, and supplier documentation, leveraging a Quality Management System for continuous improvement.• Engage in troubleshooting electromechanical products using failure analysis techniques and implement actionable solutions.• Lead supplier-level project implementations, ensuring adherence to timelines and milestones.• Approach problems with a meticulous, detail-oriented mindset.• Provide independent recommendations for project strategies and execution.• Support production requirements effectively.• Create and uphold comprehensive product and process documentation.• Monitor and enhance process and equipment performance, focusing on yield optimization.• Design fixtures, procure tools and equipment, and integrate new fixtures into production.• Test and validate processes, equipment, raw materials, and end products.• Author test protocols and reports, drawing conclusions and recommendations from test outcomes.• Plan, schedule, and coordinate engineering phases within projects.• Develop specifications for products, processes, or equipment.• Utilize statistical techniques and engineering expertise to develop and refine processes.• Collaborate with suppliers and external resources for effective process improvement initiatives.

THE COMPANYSaildrone is a pioneering maritime defense company and the global leader in autonomous unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). With unparalleled ocean miles and extensive operational experience, Saildrone operates combat-deployed systems that support national security and force projection worldwide, 24/7/365.Our manufacturing and R&D headquarters are located in Alameda, CA, complemented by business development and sales operations in Washington, DC, and deployment hubs across Europe and the Middle East. By leveraging proven autonomous operations, edge computing, advanced sensing technologies, and sustainable power solutions, Saildrone is redefining the future operations of naval forces. Become part of a dynamic, mission-driven team at the forefront of maritime security and autonomous innovation.THE POSITIONWe are looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join our Firmware team. Reporting directly to the Director of Firmware Engineering, you will lead the definition, design, and validation of firmware and embedded systems that power our fleet of advanced USVs. This role demands a seasoned technical leader focused on real-time operating systems, low-level drivers, and power-efficient edge computing, while integrating a diverse array of sensors, actuators, and communication devices essential for autonomous navigation at sea.THE TEAMThe Firmware team is tasked with the architecture, development, and maintenance of the embedded software and real-time control systems that drive Saildrone’s Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs). We create resilient, high-performance devices that are vital to our fleet's mission, ensuring reliable operations in some of the world's most challenging environments.THE RESPONSIBILITIESEmbedded Architecture: Spearhead the design, implementation, and validation of embedded software systems to meet rigorous performance and safety requirements for long-duration missions.Technical Ownership: Own the strategic direction for device architecture, hardware abstraction layers, and embedded computing subsystems, ensuring a strong foundation for all autonomous platforms.Firmware Delivery: Lead the end-to-end development of mission-critical firmware targeting RTOS-based or bare-metal applications, balancing real-time constraints with system-level reliability.