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What To Expect
This is an opportunity to work in the Cell Qualification and R&D group, which is responsible for testing and qualifying Tesla's next-generation Li-ion battery cells and developing new cell test methods. We are looking for a Cell Test Engineer to join our Gigafactory Nevada Cell Characterization Lab. The candidate will work alongside a diverse team of technicians, engineers and scientists (R&D, Quality and Applications) to develop and implement battery performance characterization, cycle life and calendar life tests, reliability tests.
What You'll Do
Develop, plan and execute Li-ion cell testing using cell cycling equipment, thermal chambers, specialized temperature control fixtures and circulators
Write test plans, propose design of experiment, document test setup and instrumentation, collect, analyze and summarize results in test reports
Support the design, build and assembly of test fixtures for battery testing
Perform cell level non-destructive analytical techniques to analyze mechanisms of energy and power loss in lithium-ion cells
Participate in development of internal lab processes and implement test lab best practices
Implement validation method to ensure the highest possible data integrity from the lab and support data management system expansion
Identify and troubleshoot test, equipment and setup as needed
Lead / perform routine maintenance of testing equipment
Train and mentor technicians in the operation and upkeep of test equipment and lab processes
Be a member of a cross functional product development team to help determine the ideal cell chemistry and design for all Tesla products
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or equivalent experience
Familiarity with Lithium-based battery technologies and their degradation mechanisms
Experience working with common cell cycling hardware (Arbin, Maccor, Neware, Bio-logic, PEC, Bitrode, AV, Gamry)
Proficiency in Matlab / python and / or other data analysis and visualization tools
Experience with database (SQL)
Knowledge of standard electronics tools including DC meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes
Proven ability to work independently under high pressure and comfortable with working in a multifaceted hands-on environment
Exhibit outstanding attention to details
Benefits
Compensation and 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)
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
, Tesla
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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