Tesla · 1 month ago
Engineering Technician, Process, Cell Prototyping
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.40/hr - $56.40/hrTesla is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technician to assist development and prototyping of lithium ion cells, focusing on lab-scale electrode fabrication and coin cell/pouch cell assembly. The candidate will play a key role in a cross-functional product development team, responsible for various manufacturing processes and quality checks.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
In charge of lab-scale electrode and cell manufacturing processes: mixing, coating, pressing, cell assembly, electrolyte filling, and formation and testing
Assist in pilot-scale process development and operation
Operate lab-scale equipment, create and follow SOP
In charge of in process quality check (IPQC)
Conduct coin cell or pouch cell fabrication
Conduct metrologies including mechanical/electrical testing
Document analysis data with the use of travelers and process documents
Lead the operation of cell assembly equipment to produce and test state-of-the-art prototype battery cells
Assist in the optimization of process parameters to improve performance, quality and yield
Trouble shoot with process or operation issues
Qualification
Required
Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience with pilot-scale processes is a strong plus
Strong ownership mindset
Experience of electrode fabrication and coin/pouch cell assembly
Experience of working in a dry room and/or clean room environment
Experience with air-sensitive material and hazardous chemicals
Excellent attention to details
Experience of operating pilot-scale equipment
Great communication skills and teamwork
Working knowledge of Windows and MS office
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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