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Tesla Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. What To Expect This position will manage Teslas Materials Test Group to lead, support, and advise on all materials-level test activities (in-house and external). The primary objective is to drive innovation in materials engineering by generating and analyzing high-quality, timely test data to:
Bridge lab-to-field performance gaps by establishing robust test-to-field correlation frameworks that align lab protocols with real-world service demands Develop and refine novel test methods where industry-standard alternatives do not exist, ensuring accurate evaluation of emerging materials and joining techniques Pioneer new test capabilities to future-proof the teams capacity for high-impact R&D, addressing evolving product requirements and durability challenges Deliver actionable data to validate both industry-shifting and in-house-developed materials and processes, informing material specifications and simulation accuracy
What You'll Do
Lead the test and evaluation of materials across Tesla products to advance understanding of structure-property-processing relationships Inform material specifications through rigorous, data-driven analysis of test results Develop high-fidelity material cards for CAE applications by leveraging test data to improve simulation accuracy Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (e.g., Design Engineering) to integrate test outcomes into product design and ensure alignment with business targets like durability and manufacturability Identify and deploy new test methods and laboratory capabilities to future-proof the teams capacity for high-impact R&D Research solutions for gaps in testing infrastructure (e.g., new equipment, methodologies) and pitch proposals for approval Ensure materials requirements meet business targets while reflecting field conditions and manufacturability constraints Collaborate with reactive departments (Service, Reliability) to resolve field concerns and validate test outcomes Manage fiscal operations and justify capital expenditures to support lab growth and modernization Develop policies for procurement, inventory control, and storage to maintain lab efficiency
What You'll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, or equivalent experience Demonstrated expertise in materials testing, manufacturing processes, and operating diverse test equipment Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage high-pressure failure analysis investigations, and promote health/safety protocols Strong communication skills to establish partnerships with internal/external stakeholders and deliver results under tight deadlines
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
Expected Compensation
$96,000 - $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.
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Manager, Materials Test Laboratory
role at
Tesla Join to apply for the
Manager, Materials Test Laboratory
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Tesla Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. What To Expect This position will manage Teslas Materials Test Group to lead, support, and advise on all materials-level test activities (in-house and external). The primary objective is to drive innovation in materials engineering by generating and analyzing high-quality, timely test data to:
Bridge lab-to-field performance gaps by establishing robust test-to-field correlation frameworks that align lab protocols with real-world service demands Develop and refine novel test methods where industry-standard alternatives do not exist, ensuring accurate evaluation of emerging materials and joining techniques Pioneer new test capabilities to future-proof the teams capacity for high-impact R&D, addressing evolving product requirements and durability challenges Deliver actionable data to validate both industry-shifting and in-house-developed materials and processes, informing material specifications and simulation accuracy
What You'll Do
Lead the test and evaluation of materials across Tesla products to advance understanding of structure-property-processing relationships Inform material specifications through rigorous, data-driven analysis of test results Develop high-fidelity material cards for CAE applications by leveraging test data to improve simulation accuracy Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (e.g., Design Engineering) to integrate test outcomes into product design and ensure alignment with business targets like durability and manufacturability Identify and deploy new test methods and laboratory capabilities to future-proof the teams capacity for high-impact R&D Research solutions for gaps in testing infrastructure (e.g., new equipment, methodologies) and pitch proposals for approval Ensure materials requirements meet business targets while reflecting field conditions and manufacturability constraints Collaborate with reactive departments (Service, Reliability) to resolve field concerns and validate test outcomes Manage fiscal operations and justify capital expenditures to support lab growth and modernization Develop policies for procurement, inventory control, and storage to maintain lab efficiency
What You'll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, or equivalent experience Demonstrated expertise in materials testing, manufacturing processes, and operating diverse test equipment Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage high-pressure failure analysis investigations, and promote health/safety protocols Strong communication skills to establish partnerships with internal/external stakeholders and deliver results under tight deadlines
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
Expected Compensation
$96,000 - $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
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tesla by 2x Get notified about new Materials Manager jobs in
Fremont, CA . Materials Manager, Devices Supply Chain & Logistics
Sunnyvale, CA $71,500.00-$153,000.00 2 days ago Foster City, CA $236,000.00-$284,000.00 1 week ago Sr Manager, Supply Chain Center of Excellence
San Jose, CA $198,000.00-$268,000.00 1 week ago Newark, CA $140,000.00-$175,000.00 1 week ago Senior Manager, Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics
San Francisco Bay Area $157,590.00-$203,940.00 2 weeks ago Milpitas, CA $150,000.00-$190,000.00 1 week ago Global Supply Chain & Procurement Manager
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