We are looking for a Cell Materials Engineering Technician for a cross functional Cell Engineering team to perform chemical analysis, materials characterization and support battery materials R&D and various Engineering projects. Candidates should have experience working in chemistry lab environment, operating chemical analysis and materials characterization instruments, coin cell fabrication and coin cell testing. The primary responsibilities will be to prepare chemical and material samples, operate analysis instruments, build coin cells and 3-electrode cells, and keep good record of the data.
What You'll Do
- Conduct physical and chemical property measurement of cell active materials and report the data
- Build two electrode and three electrode coin cell and pouch cell to evaluate materials electrochemical performance
- Keep accurate records of the dissection and cell builds in an organized and timely manner
- Help with manual tasks around the lab such as cleaning the cell parts, organizing lab benches and supplies, and general equipment maintenance
- Communicate any issues and help find the solutions to Engineers
What You'll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar or equivalent experienceAbove average manual dexterity and visual acuity are required to perform delicate assembly tasksAbility to follow standard operating procedures with a high degree of accuracy and repeatabilityWorking knowledge of Windows and MS OfficeGood communication skills and high attention to detailExperience working with hazardous chemicalsExperience working with Li-ion battery active materials is preferredExperience using glove box, building coin cells and / or battery cyclers is preferredCompensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire :
Aetna PPO and HSA plans >2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include : critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation : $24.40 - $50.40 / hour + cash and stock awards + benefits. Pay 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.
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