Engineering Technician, Cell Cathode Engineering

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented technician with hands-on chemistry lab experiences to join the team. This candidate will be a key member of a materials development and evaluation team, focused on developing innovative cell products to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. A person in this role should expect to conduct testing daily on a variety of materials which will be reported to engineers for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform powder materials characterization and chemical testing, including SEM, PSD, XRD, particle size analysis, tap density, moisture content, acid base titration, TGA, etc.
• Electrochemical characterization of powder materials by electrode synthesis and assembly of lithium-ion cell prototype coin cells
• Routine analytical instruments operation, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Assist in the optimization of testing parameters and development of new methods for application
• Communicate with Engineers and Technicians working on various projects requiring the characterization results and provide feedback on analytical data quality and reliability

Requirements

• Technical background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science/Metallurgy
• Hands-on experience working in chemistry labs
• Willingness to learn quickly and work efficiently to meet target goals

• Meticulous attitude towards data tracking, observation, and communicating with others
• Willingness to collaborate and take on challenges in unfamiliar areas
• Ability to stay engaged while doing repetitive tasks

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 - $56.40/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay 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.