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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Engineering Technician, Materials Development

Tesla Motors, Inc., Fremont, California, us, 94537

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What to Expect Tesla is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented technician with hands‑on chemistry lab experiences to join the team. This candidate will be a key member of a materials development and evaluation team, focused on developing innovative cell products to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. A person in this role should expect to conduct testing daily on a variety of materials which will be reported to engineers for analysis.

What You'll Do

Perform powder materials characterization and chemical testing, including SEM, PSD, XRD, particle size analysis, tap density, moisture content, acid base titration, TGA, etc.

Electrochemical characterization of powder materials by electrode synthesis and assembly of lithium‑ion cell prototype coin cells

Routine analytical instruments operation, maintenance and troubleshooting

Assist in the optimization of testing parameters and development of new methods for application

Communicate with engineers and technicians working on various projects requiring the characterization results and provide feedback on analytical data quality and reliability

What You'll Bring

Technical background in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science/metallurgy

Hands‑on experience working in chemistry labs

Willingness to learn quickly and work efficiently to meet target goals

Meticulous attitude towards data tracking, observation, and communicating with others

Willingness to collaborate and take on challenges in unfamiliar areas

Ability to stay engaged while doing repetitive tasks

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 $28.80 - $56.40/hour + 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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