Manufacturing Engineer, Cathode Job at Tesla in Fremont

Manufacturing Engineer, Cathode Join to apply for the Manufacturing Engineer, Cathode role at Tesla What To Expect Tesla’s Cathode Materials Manufacturing group is looking for a highly motivated Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world’s energy transition – Battery Cathode Materials. This includes the development and scale‑up of novel, high‑energy and low‑cost cathode materials and the development of first‑of‑a‑kind processes and equipment that shorten the path from mine to battery cell. As part of the Cathode Manufacturing and Process Development team, you will lead the development and deployment of processes and equipment, and design new pilot facilities to produce high purity battery materials, leading projects from concept through design, install, integration, ramp up and commissioning, and handover to operations. What You'll Do Create complete, organized, detailed scope of work packages, leading projects from concept through detailed design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning Supervise installation and construction of piping and process equipment in accordance with design documents, specifications, and applicable codes Develop, execute and report on commissioning and experimentation exercises of production equipment Thoroughly learn and understand existing processes and equipment to address ongoing technical challenges and identify step‑change improvement opportunities, including blank‑slate concepts Design, develop, and implement equipment modifications, improvements, and next generation tools from proof of concept through to full scale production Support operations teams with achieving productivity and material quality targets on pilot and commercial scale systems Lead mechanical troubleshooting activities for equipment and system commissioning in the field Apply engineering fundamentals and abroad set of process engineering tools to solve technical problems and create novel detailed designs to address root cause of issue Provide process engineering support to operations to help resolve process bottlenecks and other long‑standing issues Evaluate early stage/ lab scale processes for future production scale applications What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of industrial design experience, or equivalent experience Ability to participate process hazard evaluations and HAZOP reviews Ability to adapt, multi‑task and prioritize work in a fast‑paced environment with evolving changes in design requirements A positive, “do the impossible” attitude and ability to communicate with peers and stakeholders at all levels and engineering disciplines Interface with equipment and component suppliers through concept development, system design, detailed design, procurement, installation, and acceptance testing Proven strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to equipment design and process development for high volume manufacturing Knowledge of applicable fixed and rotating equipment engineering codes and standards and their application (ASME, API, ANSI, PIP) Experience using 3D CAD design software (SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor preferred), with ability to perform basic FEA for design validation Proven hands‑on experience with prototyping and custom fabrication using CNC, lathe, mill, 3D printing, waterjet, etc. Experience reading fabrication drawings, equipment drawings, piping isometrics, and P&IDs 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 $104,000 - $174,000/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. #J-18808-Ljbffr