Tesla · 1 day ago
SEM Lab Engineer, Cell Manufacturing
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelTesla is looking for a highly motivated laboratory engineer to support advanced materials analysis with scanning electron microscopy. The SEM engineer will perform investigative imaging, compositional analysis, and microstructural analysis of cell materials to support failure analysis and optimization of QC processes for Tesla's battery cell manufacturing program.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Work with a team of materials scientists, engineers, chemists, and technicians performing routine quality testing and investigative analysis in a 24x7 cell manufacturing quality program
Operate and maintain SEMs and related equipment (detectors, preparation tools, etc.)
Precisely prepare diverse samples (ex. polishing, coating, sectioning) for various analyses
Capture high-resolution images, interpret microstructural features, and perform detailed compositional and failure analyses
Diagnose and resolve instrument issues, optimize imaging parameters, refine/improve current methods, and develop new sampling and imaging protocols
Work with various cross-functional teams across GFTX and other Tesla sites to provide technical consultation and train other on advanced SEM techniques
Maintain detailed records, imaging procedures, safety compliance, and report findings
Support the company’s mission, vision, values and goals in performance of daily activities
Qualification
Required
Relevant professional experience and technical mastery of scanning electron microscope operation
Understanding of fundamental electron microscopy principles, EDS, sample preparation, and advanced SEM applications
Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex systems and experiment design
Ability to explain technical concepts and findings to cross-functional teams and executive leadership
Strong attention to detail for accurate imaging, analysis, and root cause analysis
Able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment, prompt and dependable, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials in a laboratory environment
Be both capable and willing to perform all the various manual tasks involved with lab work, such as safely moving heavy objects, moving large pallets with a pallet jack, handling incoming materials, etc
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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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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