Tesla · 1 month ago
Test Engineer, Materials Engineering
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $174K/yr
2+ years expTesla is a company focused on sustainable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Materials Test Engineer to join their Materials Engineering organization. The role involves leading materials-level testing, prototyping, and failure analysis to support the development of new materials and manufacturing processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Perform corrosion testing for a wide variety of materials, components, and vehicles across all Tesla products. Support off-site corrosion testing, including coordination with 3rd party test providers and internal test teams
Design and execute experiments to characterize material properties, while maintaining robust data-driven documentation to enable fast iteration
Perform and coordinate a wide range of materials testing and prototyping, examples can include: Environmental Aging (e.g., salt fog, UV exposure, temperature/humidity cycling, electrochemical corrosion), Material Characterization (e.g., microscopy, SEM/EDS, DSC, TGA, FTIR, profilometry, rheometry), Lab-Scale Materials and Processes prototyping, (e.g., melting, molding, heat treatment)
Develop and author test specifications, aligning with both Tesla and international standards. When necessary, create and validate new test methods to improve test-to-field correlation
Perform failure analyses and root cause investigations, translating insights into design or process changes
Work with test technicians to ensure efficient setup, execution, and interpretation of results
Communicate findings clearly through detailed reports and presentations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Support lab operations and continuous improvement by establishing protocols, maintaining equipment readiness, and fostering a culture of safety and innovation
Qualification
Required
Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, or a equivalent experience
2+ years of hands-on experience in materials testing, characterization, or experimental development in a lab environment
Broad knowledge of materials science principles and automotive-relevant materials: metals, polymers, composites, coatings, textiles, etc
Proven experience with materials testing equipment, sample prep, and analysis techniques across mechanical, thermal, environmental, electrical and optical domains
Strong problem-solving skills, with a hands-on mindset and a passion for learning and innovation
Excellent communication and project coordination skills, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and drive outcomes independently
Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality data and insights under tight timelines
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
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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Chief Financial Officer
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