Engineering Technician, Cell Cathode Engineering

Description

Tesla's Cell Cathode Engineering Team is recruiting for an Engineering Technician with hands-on analytical laboratory experience. This position will support daily operations of the analytical lab, with a focus on coin cell fabrication and electrochemical testing of battery materials. A successful candidate will be a key member of the material evaluation team, responsible for sample preparation, test execution, data quality, and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, track, and test cathode material samples in support of material development and evaluation

• Prepare electrodes and assemble coin cells, including slurry mixing, coating, drying, electrolyte filling and crimping in a glovebox

• Operate and support analytical instruments used for material characterization (e.g., particle size, surface area, ICP, and related methods)

• Perform instrument calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and common chemical waste handling

• Document procedures, reagents, key observations, and experimental data with high attention to detail

• Compile, organize, and share test data with engineers; assist with basic data review

• Assist in developing and validating new test methods

• Adhere to company policies for safety and conduct

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Materials, or other related engineering/science areas, and/or demonstrated equivalence in work experience associated with the role, or equivalent experience

• Hands-on experience in an analytical or battery testing laboratory

• Experience building coin cells and running electrochemical tests is strongly preferred

• Team collaboration and results delivery on schedule

• Excellent documentation and written communication

• Experience with electrochemical cyclers (e.g., Neware, Arbin) is a plus

• Experience with analytical methods such as ICP, particle size distribution, and surface area, including basic data review, is a plus

• Creative approach to problem solving, with willingness to learn and try new things

• Familiar with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a laboratory environment 

• Ability to perform repetitive, fine-motor tasks such as electrode punching, cell assembly, and sample preparation 

• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to wear required PPE, including lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and respirator as needed 

• Ability to work with chemicals, solvents, and battery materials following EHS procedures 

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:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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