Date: June 2026
Role: Process Development Engineer
Reports to: Operations
The Company: Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Stratus Materials is an early-stage,
technology-based company focused on the development and manufacture of advanced active
cathode materials for the lithium-ion battery industry. Our primary focus is on advanced electric
vehicle batteries, but our materials will also be applicable and very attractive for many other end-
user applications using lithium-ion batteries. In late 2025, the company secured a substantial
Series B round of financing and is using those funds to execute on its business plans. If you are
interested in a dynamic, high-growth opportunity where you can dig in and make a difference,
we look forward to meeting you.
Summary of Position: The Process Development Engineer at Stratus Material is directly
responsible for developing, prototyping, and validating processes used to manufacture the
cathode active materials in our pilot and pre-pilot lines. We seek an individual with practical
experience in developing processes from initial concept through to large-scale implementation.
The ideal candidate should also possess a proactive, interdisciplinary approach to addressing
challenges. This role will work closely with material scientists, operations technicians, quality and
test engineers to develop world class energy storage materials which requires strong verbal and
written communication skills.
Responsibilities
• Own the development and optimization of novel material manufacturing technologies
• Prioritize safety across all aspects of manufacturing, ranging from process design to
scaled operations
• Collaborate with the product design, R&D, quality, equipment and supply chain teams to
translate product requirements into manufacturing processes that achieve our company
targets
• Select the right manufacturing methods to make the best possible cathode active
materials and validate those recommendations through rigorous engineering
experiments and qualification builds
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability, making a major impact on our material
production technology by commissioning and owning novel processes in a fast-paced
prototype manufacturing environment
• Support documentation and training activities related to the transition of processes into
operations including standard operation procedures (SOPs) and preventative
maintenance activities
Requirements – Education, Experience, and Skills:
• At least 3 years of experience in a materials-oriented manufacturing environment in
either process engineering, new product introduction or scale-up
• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
• Hands on experience with medium to large equipment and a desire to roll up your
sleeves and fill the gaps where necessary
• Proficiency in process engineering principles, statistical analysis, and quality
management systems for process optimization and improvement
• Experience owning manufacturing processes and showing accountability for their
quality, throughput, yield, and overall success
• Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills
Requirements – Geographic and Physical:
? Located in Pittsburgh, PA
? Able to frequently move about an office and standing on a production floor.
? Light lifting and ascending/descending stairs
Along with an exceptional culture and an opportunity to make a global difference, Stratus
Materials offers a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as an entrepreneurial
environment and the opportunity for phenomenal professional growth and development.
Founded in early 2022 by a team including Dr. Jay Whitacre of Carnegie Mellon University, the
company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Role: Process Development Engineer
Reports to: Operations
The Company: Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Stratus Materials is an early-stage,
technology-based company focused on the development and manufacture of advanced active
cathode materials for the lithium-ion battery industry. Our primary focus is on advanced electric
vehicle batteries, but our materials will also be applicable and very attractive for many other end-
user applications using lithium-ion batteries. In late 2025, the company secured a substantial
Series B round of financing and is using those funds to execute on its business plans. If you are
interested in a dynamic, high-growth opportunity where you can dig in and make a difference,
we look forward to meeting you.
Summary of Position: The Process Development Engineer at Stratus Material is directly
responsible for developing, prototyping, and validating processes used to manufacture the
cathode active materials in our pilot and pre-pilot lines. We seek an individual with practical
experience in developing processes from initial concept through to large-scale implementation.
The ideal candidate should also possess a proactive, interdisciplinary approach to addressing
challenges. This role will work closely with material scientists, operations technicians, quality and
test engineers to develop world class energy storage materials which requires strong verbal and
written communication skills.
Responsibilities
• Own the development and optimization of novel material manufacturing technologies
• Prioritize safety across all aspects of manufacturing, ranging from process design to
scaled operations
• Collaborate with the product design, R&D, quality, equipment and supply chain teams to
translate product requirements into manufacturing processes that achieve our company
targets
• Select the right manufacturing methods to make the best possible cathode active
materials and validate those recommendations through rigorous engineering
experiments and qualification builds
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability, making a major impact on our material
production technology by commissioning and owning novel processes in a fast-paced
prototype manufacturing environment
• Support documentation and training activities related to the transition of processes into
operations including standard operation procedures (SOPs) and preventative
maintenance activities
Requirements – Education, Experience, and Skills:
• At least 3 years of experience in a materials-oriented manufacturing environment in
either process engineering, new product introduction or scale-up
• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent
• Hands on experience with medium to large equipment and a desire to roll up your
sleeves and fill the gaps where necessary
• Proficiency in process engineering principles, statistical analysis, and quality
management systems for process optimization and improvement
• Experience owning manufacturing processes and showing accountability for their
quality, throughput, yield, and overall success
• Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills
Requirements – Geographic and Physical:
? Located in Pittsburgh, PA
? Able to frequently move about an office and standing on a production floor.
? Light lifting and ascending/descending stairs
Along with an exceptional culture and an opportunity to make a global difference, Stratus
Materials offers a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as an entrepreneurial
environment and the opportunity for phenomenal professional growth and development.
Founded in early 2022 by a team including Dr. Jay Whitacre of Carnegie Mellon University, the
company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.