Test Equipment Engineer, Cell Qualification

Test Equipment Engineer, Cell Qualification | Tesla

Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 282309 | Job Type: Full-time

What to Expect

Battery Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements necessitate ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. We are looking for passionate and self-motivated candidates to join us in our fast-paced and exciting mission.

• Our team works with engineering groups across various disciplines, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality.
• You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between.
• We are looking for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.

This is an opportunity to work in the Cell Qualification Test Equipment Design and R&D group, which is responsible for designing, building, deploying, and supporting test equipment for Tesla’s next-generation Li-ion battery cells, and the development of new cell test methods. This candidate’s primary role will be to design cell test equipment for domestic and international Tesla labs.

The ideal candidate will have a proven record of success in designing and commissioning fixtures, equipment and automated test systems, with aptitude for electrical and mechanical equipment to be able to identify subtle issues that could impact safety, accuracy, uptime, and efficiency. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate, detail-oriented and self-motivated is critical. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in their organizational skills.

What You'll Do

• Design test equipment, lead and participate in equipment design projects
• Interact with Cell Engineering teams to prioritize and execute work requests
• Create equipment build documentation, train lab staff on operation and maintenance
• Work with supply chain co-workers, as well as 3rd party vendors and suppliers to secure components, parts or complete equipment systems
• Hands-on assembly of components and equipment systems as needed
• Work with lab and facility managers at domestic and international sites to ensure utilities and infrastructure will accommodate new equipment
• Travel to domestic and international Tesla laboratories and factories as needed to install, commission and support equipment
• Monitor equipment and order spare parts
• Organize and maintain a world class lab environment
• Perform all assignments in collaboration and accordance with EHS, security, and business practice requirements and policies

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience working hands-on in an engineering prototype environment with demonstrated mechanical and electrical skills and compliance with safety protocols for lithium-ion batteries, high voltage, HAZMAT, HVAC, LOTO
• Experience with standard electronics tools including DC meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes
• Familiar with data acquisition systems and measurement tools is a plus
• Able to own assignments, work efficiently and take full accountability for their success
• Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills with attention to detail
• Experience with common MS office programs (MS Project, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to travel internationally for business trips

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$91,600 - $316,800/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.