Tesla
Cell Design Engineer, Echem
– Tesla
What To Expect Tesla Cell Design team is looking for a highly motivated, experienced engineer to lead the cross‑functional electrochemical design and validation of new battery cell designs. This role would serve as the technical project leader, driving efforts both within Tesla teams and with external suppliers.
You will use your engineering expertise to collaborate with subject matter experts across Material Engineering, Cell Engineering, Mechanical Design, Product Design, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to accelerate new technologies from lab to production scale. Success in this role requires the ability to lead Echem work across teams and synthesize many inputs into the best final design.
What You’ll Do
Lead Echem in cell design team, including Echem design, active & inactive material, electrode design & characterization & qualification
Work with mechanical design engineer in cell design team for new cell product design and manufacture
Drive key engineering decisions with Tesla teams and external suppliers to push new cell designs from concept to mass production
Define test plans to validate new cell designs and root cause new failure modes
Synthesize test results into program level impacts and report regularly to Tesla leadership
Collaborate with internal design teams to define cell electrochemical, mechanical, and safety performance requirements
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of industry experience in battery field
Strong expertise in electrochemical and engineering fundamentals, ability to apply past learning to root cause new problems
Demonstrated success working with cross‑functional engineering teams and manufacturing partners
Direct experience in lithium‑ion cell design, cell qualification, cell manufacturing, project management, battery module design, and/or supply chain a plus
Ability to work independently lead on multiple projects with complex requirements
Excellent written and communication skills and a collaborative working style
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 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: 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 $80,000 – $156,000 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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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– Tesla
What To Expect Tesla Cell Design team is looking for a highly motivated, experienced engineer to lead the cross‑functional electrochemical design and validation of new battery cell designs. This role would serve as the technical project leader, driving efforts both within Tesla teams and with external suppliers.
You will use your engineering expertise to collaborate with subject matter experts across Material Engineering, Cell Engineering, Mechanical Design, Product Design, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to accelerate new technologies from lab to production scale. Success in this role requires the ability to lead Echem work across teams and synthesize many inputs into the best final design.
What You’ll Do
Lead Echem in cell design team, including Echem design, active & inactive material, electrode design & characterization & qualification
Work with mechanical design engineer in cell design team for new cell product design and manufacture
Drive key engineering decisions with Tesla teams and external suppliers to push new cell designs from concept to mass production
Define test plans to validate new cell designs and root cause new failure modes
Synthesize test results into program level impacts and report regularly to Tesla leadership
Collaborate with internal design teams to define cell electrochemical, mechanical, and safety performance requirements
What You’ll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years of industry experience in battery field
Strong expertise in electrochemical and engineering fundamentals, ability to apply past learning to root cause new problems
Demonstrated success working with cross‑functional engineering teams and manufacturing partners
Direct experience in lithium‑ion cell design, cell qualification, cell manufacturing, project management, battery module design, and/or supply chain a plus
Ability to work independently lead on multiple projects with complex requirements
Excellent written and communication skills and a collaborative working style
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 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: 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 $80,000 – $156,000 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.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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