Tesla · 7 hours ago
Cell Technology Engineer
Palo Alto, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$92K/yr - $196K/yr
5+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated and experienced cell engineer to join the Cell Technology team to investigate the next generation of cell technologies. The role involves analyzing data on cell technologies, developing test plans, and leading a small team of engineers to determine ideal cell chemistry for various vehicle products.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Analyze next generation cell (component and system) technologies’ data and claims and add to Tesla’s knowledge base
Develop and analyze targeted test plans to test/evaluate performance claims
Construct lifetime, electrochemical, and economic models for next generation products based on limited data
Communicate findings and relevance with different teams across Tesla
Be a member of a cross functional product development team to help determine the ideal cell chemistry and design for various vehicle products
Will include some travel as part of the job scope (< 20%)
Lead a small team of engineers
Qualification
Required
Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience
5+ years of industry experience in lithium-ion batteries with a strong background in cell chemistry and technology
Expertise in data analysis and visualization with MATLAB/Python required
Strong analytical and organizational skills and ability to manage several projects at once in a highly variable and uncertain environment
Preferred
Modelling (lithium-ion cell system) experience preferred – this role requires translating limited data and claims into quantifiable models
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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