Metrology Systems Engineer, Cell Manufacturing

Role details

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Metrology System Engineer to develop and implement cutting-edge inline metrology systems for our advanced battery cell manufacturing lines (powder, film, and electrode processing lines). This role will be instrumental in developing, optimizing, and scaling up metrology tools and methods, working within a cross-functional team to take new battery designs from concept to high-volume production.

The battery cell is a critical component of Tesla vehicles and energy storage systems. This position offers the opportunity to make significant contributions to our products while working in a fast-paced, innovative environment. The ideal candidate is driven, detail-oriented, and ready to push their limits, as they join a highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things into reality.

What You'll Do

• Drive metrology systems installation and commissioning on current and new production lines, including review and coordination of field wiring, pneumatic, and fluid piping, while working with suppliers
• Define and review metrology specifications to enable gauge-capable tools that support production processes
• Perform gage capability, tool matching, and measurement uncertainty studies for metrology tools
• Partner across equipment, process, quality, production, and safety teams to integrate metrology systems into production
• Support and drive metrology measurements for engineering DOEs and structured experiments to relate metrology results to cell performance and process optimization
• Train technicians on the maintenance and repair of metrology systems
• Apply advanced statistics, data analysis, visualization, and presentation to validate metrology performance and its impact on downstream and cell performance
• Conduct structured root cause investigations to resolve inline integration issues and improve system reliability, performance, and process–metrology interaction
• Develop documentation to define and standardize metrology processes for engineering, quality, and production teams
• Support development and deployment of inline manufacturing metrology solutions from proof-of-concept (offline/lab) to high-volume production, including hands-on work with pilot process equipment

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years relevant metrology and sensor development/integration experience
• Expertise in at least two of the following: (1) Metrology system development and fleet management (e.g., semiconductor), including Six Sigma and statistical methodologies (gauge/process capability); (2) At least one material characterization technique (SEM, XRF, ICP, PSA, microscopy, etc.) with system- and module-level troubleshooting to meet metrology specifications; (3) Optics and optical sensor development across IR to UV, with simulation experience (e.g., Zemax); (4) X-ray characterization tools, including source/detector modification, selection, experimentation, and simulation; (5) Image processing, big data, and advanced analytics to investigate data quality issues
• Strong foundation in engineering principles and their application to manufacturing equipment/process development
• Familiar with GD&T for equipment design, SolidWorks, and blueprint interpretation
• Familiar with Six sigma concepts such as process and gage capability concepts and requirements
• Proficiency with at least one statistical software package (e.g. JMP, Minitab)
• Proficiency with data acquisition, analysis, and visualization (e.g., MySQL, Flux); programming for data processing (Python, Go, etc.). PLC coding (Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell) is a plus
• Excellent documentation and reporting for installations, commissioning, and experiments; strong communication with the ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical and cross-functional partners; proven structured, data-driven root cause analysis and problem solving
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing in one or more of the following is highly desired: battery cell engineering, battery quality control, dry powder metrology/handling/processing, roll-to-roll film processing and metrology (including web path design), battery manufacturing (Li-ion or other chemistry), or manufacturing engineering

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

Expected Compensation

$112,000 - $228,000/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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.