Sr. Staff Cell Materials Engineer, Electrolyte

Battery cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works with engineering groups across various disciplines, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude entry level candidates, and people from every stage in between. We look for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings. Our team is heavily focused on cell materials design and qualification. Your responsibility will be spearheading cross-functional team validation efforts of cell materials, developing new electrochemical tests to accelerate qualification time, and bringing our team's expertise in electrochemical data interpretation to the next level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and accelerate screening and validation of electrolyte formulations and electrolyte raw material sub-components across all 46xx Tesla-made cell programs
• Organize and manage validation testing of lab to mass production scale materials and cell validation trials
• Interpret electrochemical and material/electrode/electrolyte characterization data and assign result differences to electrolyte change, design change, assembly flaw, or specific degradation pathway
• Interface with our strategic partners and internal stakeholder by providing and analyzing key results and risks

Requirements

• Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of industrial experience in cell materials design, qualification, and testing
• Knowledge of electrolyte design principals and their impact on cell manufacturability, cost, energy, power, lifetime, and reliability
• Knowledge of the intricacies of the chemical interplay between anode, cathode, and electrolyte
• Knowledge of the interplay between material and electrode level properties (anode, cathode, electrolyte) and cell level properties and how they affect electrochemical signals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mind and strong project management skills

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

$120,000 - $210,000/annual salary + 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.