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Materials Engineer, PowertrainTesla • Sparks, NV, US
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Materials Engineer, Powertrain

Materials Engineer, Powertrain

Tesla • Sparks, NV, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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The Quality Team at Tesla is seeking a Materials Engineer with a strong background in material testing, analytical methods, and problem-solving methodologies. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to resolve challenges, improve manufacturability, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with design, production, reliability, and quality engineering to address issues and improve processes
  • Lead projects from concept through validation to implementation, emphasizing quality
  • Sustain products through cost reduction and yield improvements
  • Use structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 8D, and Ishikawa
  • Analyze data to identify trends and enhance quality and efficiency
  • Monitor and reduce process variation using SPC and MSA techniques
  • Develop and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions for quality testing

What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Materials, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality, Process Design, Process Improvement or Operations
  • Strong expertise in material testing, including mechanical / structural, chemical, and dimensional testing
  • Proficiency in analytical tools : Keyence, SEM-EDS, Instron, Rheometer, FTIR, XRF, and others is preferred
  • Knowledge of statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab for data analysis
  • Experience with root cause analysis, MSA studies, and implementing data-driven solutions
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Benefits

    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits from 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 with options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid 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 including : 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
  • Additional Information

  • Seniority level : Entry level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries : Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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