Cell Mechanical Modeling Engineer

About the role

Cell Mechanical Modeling Engineer | Tesla (Engineering & Information Technology)

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 277510 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

As a member of the Cell Physics Modeling team, this engineer will develop and maintain advanced physics-based models that capture mechanical behaviors. Additionally, the engineer will lead the design of experiments to test, validate, and deploy innovative design concepts, collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to drive implementation.

What You'll Do

• Process and analyze large-scale simulation and experimental datasets using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools
• Optimize model parameters to accurately predict empirical battery performance
• Develop automated reporting and visualization frameworks to convey model and test results
• Contribute to the automation of cell modeling workflow
• Collaborate with the cross-functional teams to determine ideal cell designs for different electric vehicle and energy product applications

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience
• Expert-level programming and data analysis skills in MATLAB or Python
• Strong data visualization capabilities
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Familiarity with lithium-ion cell testing and characterization
• Background in solid mechanics, especially in Elasticity, Plasticity, Plate and Shell, and Fracture Mechanics
• Background in finite element theory and material constitutive models
• Knowledge of battery cell mechanics
• Strong communication skills and a preference for working in teams

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$112,000 - $192,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.