Sr. Materials Engineer (Battery Materials)

Location: Sparks, Nevada, United States; onsite. Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Company

Panasonic Energy develops and manufactures safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and sustainable energy applications.

What you will do

• Develop and modify processes and methods for introducing materials into lithium-ion battery production.
• Collaborate with North American suppliers to accelerate multi-sourcing, localization, material development, and quality improvement.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for existing and potential material suppliers.
• Establish material evaluation systems, specifications, analytical methods, and standard operating procedures.
• Analyze manufacturing data, conduct experiments, investigate failures, and improve product manufacturability and cell performance.
• Lead internal initiatives, coordinate cross-functional projects, mentor junior engineers, and maintain safe laboratory practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrochemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing, product development, design, quality control, or a related area.
• Expert understanding of analytical methodologies and strong knowledge of materials used in battery manufacturing.
• Experience with statistical analysis, data-driven problem solving, and Design of Experiments.
• Ability to define material specifications, lead complex cross-functional projects, work independently, and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• Background in high-volume manufacturing and battery materials development.
• Understanding of battery material selection, electrochemical cell performance, and battery cell design.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, and FSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and immediate vesting.
• Vacation, holidays, sick leave, volunteer leave, and parental and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Annual performance-based bonus, onsite food options, and free shuttle service.
• PPE is required for some work activities, including potential use of respirators and hazmat suits.

Hiring process

• Pre-employment drug testing is required.
• Qualified applicants are considered under the company’s equal opportunity employment policy.