Engineering Technician, Cell Cathode Engineering

Role details

What to Expect

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.

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Bring

• 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

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

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.