Engineering Technician, Cell Materials

We are looking for a Cell Materials Engineering Technician for a cross functional Cell Engineering team to perform chemical analysis, materials characterization and support battery materials R&D and various Engineering projects. Candidates should have experience working in chemistry lab environment, operating chemical analysis and materials characterization instruments, coin cell fabrication and coin cell testing. The primary responsibilities will be to prepare chemical and material samples, operate analysis instruments, build coin cells and 3-electrode cells, and keep good record of the data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and chemical property measurement of cell active materials and report the data
• Build two electrode and three electrode coin cell and pouch cell to evaluate materials electrochemical performance
• Keep accurate records of the dissection and cell builds in an organized and timely manner
• Help with manual tasks around the lab such as cleaning the cell parts, organizing lab benches and supplies, and general equipment maintenance
• Communicate any issues and help find the solutions to Engineers

Requirements

• Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar or equivalent experience
• Above average manual dexterity and visual acuity are required to perform delicate assembly tasks
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures with a high degree of accuracy and repeatability
• Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office
• Good communication skills and high attention to detail
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals
• Experience working with Li-ion battery active materials is preferred
• Experience using glove box, building coin cells and/or battery cyclers is preferred

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
$24.40 - $50.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.