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Tesla Motors, Inc.

Process Engineer, Cell Electrode

Tesla Motors, Inc., Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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What to Expect Tesla is looking for a highly motivated process engineer to create, develop and scale up manufacturing processes for our cutting-edge Tesla battery cell manufacturing line. This role will invent, develop, scale up and optimize battery manufacturing processes within a cross-functional engineering team responsible for the development lifecycle and launch into manufacturing. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla taking new battery designs from initial concept through into full production. The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to our products. The work environment is demanding, fast paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join in highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things into reality.

What You'll Do

Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost

Characterize existing processes, establish controls for critical parameters, improve process robustness

Execute DoEs to optimize process conditions

Drive process commissioning on new production lines

Work collaboratively with cross functional teams

Establish process controls for SPC and develop process related OCAPs

Develop and manage PFMEA risk assessments to prioritize process improvement projects and ensure adequate metrology and controls are in place

Debug process integration issues to ensure interactions between processes are kept under control

Build process documentation to accurately define the process to cross-functional teams (equipment, quality, production, etc.)

What You'll Bring

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

3+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing engineering, or similar

Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them towards manufacturing process development

Proven problem solver - demonstrated experience of data driven root cause analysis, statistical software (JMP) a plus

Demonstrated capabilities in manufacturing process development for new and unique products

Experience in high volume manufacturing involving one or more of these areas is highly desired: Roll to roll coating processes, continuous wet deposition processes, dry powder handling and processing, automated mechanical assembly, power electronics, Industrial chemical processing, battery manufacturing (li-ion or other chemistry), industrial laser processing, long-term reliability testing

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

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