Tesla · 1 month ago
Test Engineer, Cell Degradation
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$128K/yr - $192K/yrTesla is a leading company in the electric vehicle and energy space, and they are seeking a Test Engineer for Cell Degradation. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams to optimize lithium-ion battery performance, manage high-impact projects, and analyze data to enhance cell performance.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Act as a key member of a cross-functional team to optimize lithium-ion battery performance over life for new and existing cells
Collaborate with cell engineers to develop and debug electrochemical test methods to analyze battery materials, uncover degradation mechanisms, and improve cell lifetime modeling
Partner with data engineers to establish a seamless data pipeline for requirement owners on a global scale
Coordinate cell dissections and electrochemical test workflows with technicians, ensuring execution aligns with planned protocols
Align with global lab locations to ensure test protocol compatibility
Monitor lab performance using Tableau dashboards and identify opportunities for improvement
Support setup and maintenance of test equipment such as glove boxes and battery cyclers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials, or related field, or equivalent experience
Expertise in electrochemistry and hands-on chemistry lab experience
Knowledge of electrical test equipment used in battery cell testing or equivalent
Ability to learn new concepts and methods, propose design of experiments, and execute independently
Preferred
Understanding of lithium-ion cell chemistry and degradation mechanisms is a plus
Coding experience in Python, Tableau, or similar data analysis tools is a plus
Experience in complex project management or planning across diverse teams is a plus
Benefits
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
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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