November 19, 2024

Sr. Cell Materials Engineer, Cell Development

Senior • On-site

$84,000 - $180,000/yr

Palo Alto, CA

What to Expect

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 recent graduates, and people from every stage in between. We look for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.

We are looking for a highly motivated engineer to serve as technical lead to bridge existing materials engineers and component owners to expanding development projects with our external cell vendors.

What You’ll Do
  • Serve as technical lead for cell materials and mechanical components in development projects with our external cell suppliers
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate and benchmark new materials, components and cell designs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (cell design, program management, modeling, etc.) to lead materials from concept to product
  • Identify and troubleshoot materials-related issues during production or testing phases, working with our suppliers to resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Prepare technical reports and communicate key learnings to cross-functional internal teams, material suppliers and cell vendors
What You’ll Bring
  • Background in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar
  • Strong foundation in electrochemistry and materials science
  • Experience in Li-ion cell design, cell manufacturing and/or failure analysis
  • Exposure to working with Li-ion cell manufacturers is a plus
  • Proficiency in Mandarin, Korean or Japanese is a plus
  • Quarterly international travel to cell and material suppliers is expected
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)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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

    $84,000 - $180,000/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.