Title:  Sr. Director of Facilities & Operations

QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company’s next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future.

QuantumScape is seeking a strategic and result driven Sr. Director to lead a team of facilities, maintenance, equipment engineering, and other support professionals and technicians. This cross functional leadership role is critical to ensuring the development and execution of the company’s

facilities management strategy, owning and developing vendor and contractor relationships, ensuring that infrastructure is maintained - including office spaces, labs, and research and production equipment -

and working closely with stakeholders across the company to improve operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environment regulations.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and execute a strategic facilities and maintenance plan that aligns with business

objectives.

• Build and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary team including facilities, equipment,

engineering, and other support functions in the organization of the COO. Foster a culture of

excellence and accountability.

• Oversee day-to-day operations at all facilities in San Jose, ensuring operational consistency,

efficiency, and best practices across buildings. This includes facility and equipment maintenance,

renovation, equipment installation, security, and building operations.

• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs to ensure the value of company

assets; develop and track metrics to understand and approve effectiveness.

• Install and maintain process equipment developed internally and externally; and work closely

with process teams to set priorities and ensure optimal operation of key assets.

• Prepare and manage budgets and identify cost savings opportunities.

• Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors, ensuring high-quality service,

negotiating contracts to maximize value and speed.

• Oversee space planning and utilization to maximize efficient use of resources to enable growth

and changes in priorities.

• Develop effective methods for performance management and personnel development.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or

a related field is required.

• Experience: 15+ years in facilities management and leadership. Experience managing a large

team at multiple sites is preferred.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of building systems, and maintenance practices, as

well as safety regulations.

• Leadership and Management Skills: The role requires proven ability to lead and develop a team

and foster a collaborative environment with a strong bias to action.

• Financial Acumen: Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills are required.

• Project Management Skills: Experience in tracking and managing facilities projects, including

budgets, timelines, and risk, is essential.

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills needed to interact effectively with

engineers, technicians, and executives across the organization.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data, are

needed.

• Compliance Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of relevant building and safety regulations is

required.

ONSITE: This position is required to work onsite 5 days per week to meet the minimum essential duties

and requirements of this position.  As an on-site R&D and manufacturing operations organization, in person face to face interaction is essential to building authentic relationships, trust, teamwork, and

collaboration. 

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this role has a range of $235,500 to $329,700 and a final

salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and educational background. QuantumScape

also offers an annual bonus and a generous RSU/Equity package as part of its compensation plan. In

addition, we do offer a tremendous benefits plan including employee paid health care, Employee Stock

Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other exciting perks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.