Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Staff Cell Engineer, In House Cell Development
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $216K/yr
4+ years expTesla is seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer to lead the cross-functional design and launch of in-house manufactured battery cells. This role involves driving engineering decisions, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring successful cell launch from concept to mass production.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive key engineering decisions across teams to move new cells from concept to mass production
Lead the cross-functional working team through design, qualification, and ramp challenges to a successful cell launch
Collaborate with Tesla product teams to define cell electrochemical, mechanical, and safety performance requirements
Own the program 'operating system': Level 1-3 schedules, risk register, open decisions/actions
Synthesize test results and manufacturing challenges into program level impacts and report regularly to Tesla leadership
Travel to lab, pilot, and production sites to provide on-site leadership during critical phases of the cell program lifecycle
Qualification
Required
Degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience
4+ years of experience in cell development/engineering
Deep familiarity with Li+ battery design and battery materials
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Works well under pressure, adapts to changes quickly, and manages conflicting priorities
Ability to work cross-functionally and lead large teams
Able and willing to travel to Tesla or vendor sites up to 20% of the time
Preferred
Experience in a high-throughput manufacturing environment (semiconductor, solar, batteries, specialty chemicals) a plus
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.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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