Destructive Physical Analysis Technician, Battery Cell Components

About the role

Destructive Physical Analysis Technician, Battery Cell Components | Tesla (Manufacturing)

Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 262510 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

The Destructive Physical Analysis Team at Tesla is dedicated to delivering critical fault analysis data to minimize field issues, working closely with a diverse range of engineering teams. In this high-visibility individual contributor role, the technician will focus on hands-on fault analysis and sample collection by performing detailed measurements and material analysis on lithium-ion battery cell components.

The role involves dissecting battery cells to identify safety and performance-related defects, collaborating with manufacturing teams to escalate findings, and driving improvements in product quality, reliability, and durability.

What You'll Do

• Perform detailed dissection and sample analysis of lithium-ion battery cells
• Utilize analytical tools and techniques such as microscopic inspection and elemental analysis
• Identify and document failure modes and signatures in battery components
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to report findings and escalate issues
• Maintain and operate specialized equipment for battery dissection and analysis
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting to support quality and reliability improvements
• Follow established protocols to handle sensitive materials and maintain safety standards

What You'll Bring

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong experience with electrical test equipment including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and microscopes
• Extensive hands-on experience with hand tools, basic power tools, soldering, and instrumentation
• Proficiency in detecting and analyzing failure signatures in battery components
• Familiarity with failure analysis techniques such as CT image analysis, SEM, and optical microscopy
• Fine electronics and soldering skills preferred
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands

• Need to be able to lift, push, and pull, 25lbs.
• Can withstand prolonged sitting

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)