Process Development Engineer, Dry Battery Electrode

Description:
Telsa’s Cell Engineering Team is looking for a highly motivated electrode engineer to accelerate our next generation battery cell products. This role will lead material validation and process development for Tesla dry battery electrode technology. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop early-stage concepts to production scaling activities.
The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and energy storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make impactful contributions to our products. The work environment is cutting-edge, fast paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate will be ready to push their limits with a highly motivated and capable team to turn unbelievable things into reality.

Responsibilities:
Lead electrode and process development for Tesla dry battery electrode
Design and validate new electrode material in lab scale process
Perform systematic electrode processing experiments using formulations to identify key parameters for control over electrode product quality and electrochemical performance
Analyze electrode performances and determine their relationship with materials and process parameters then take independent steps to iterate on electrode formulation and process improvement to reach target cell performance specifications
Document electrode processing parameters and communicate key learnings to cross-functional teams to enable transition towards production development
Work with manufacturing team to bring up mass production plants
Work in the laboratory/shop environment with analytical equipment (SEM, TGA, FTIR, DSC, BET, resistivity meter, data logger, thermal sensing devices etc.)
Read and review technology proceedings and papers to broaden knowledge, project future trends and propose directions in energy storage technology development

Requirements:
Degree or Equivalent Experience in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineer, or Industrial Engineering
Ability to design and execute new material evaluation and define the correlation between material property and electrode performance
Ability to identify root causes and conduct troubleshooting to solve technical problems
Strong knowledge of electrochemistry or applied electrochemistry or electrochemical engineering
Broad knowledge and R&D experience on energy storage materials required
Strong experience in material characterization and analytical technique required
Excellent verbal and written communication, and detailed documentation skills
Skilled at managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and ability to independently execute those priorities
Self-motivated and a self-starter with hands-on skills
Team oriented attitude required

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
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

Expected Compensation
$87,020 - $130,530/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.