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Sr. Materials Engineer, Paints & Coatings What to Expect The team is seeking a Polymer Materials Engineer to usetheir fundamental and deep understanding of chemistry, physics, and polymerscience to provide solutions to some of Tesla’s most challenging problems.. Experience with all aspects of automotive coatingsmaterials, including but not limited to polymer chemistry, paint process andapplications, paint formulation, paint testing methods and equipment, etc. Fundamental knowledge of polymers and polymer chemistry. Experience with standard analytical tools (FTIR, DSC, Rheometry,SEM, XRF, DMA, etc.). Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

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Sr. Materials Engineer, Paints & Coatings    What to Expect   The team is seeking a Polymer Materials Engineer to usetheir fundamental and deep understanding of chemistry, physics, and polymerscience to provide solutions to some of Tesla’s most challenging problems. Thisposition will be a subject matter expert on paints and coatings at Tesla. Thisrole will manage multiple projects that require the application of 1stprinciples and knowledge of materials to develop novel solutions needed tolaunch our products on time and with superior quality. Typical tasks involvematerial selection, authoring material standards, validating materialsinternally and with suppliers, managing Tesla Materials Documentation systems,root-cause-analysis, formulation of new polymers, researching new technologiesto assess feasibility, and process optimization.
What You’ll Do    Assume the role of a subject material expert for paints andcoatings at Tesla
Work with suppliers and Tesla manufacturing teams to developnew paint processing technologies that reduce energy consumption, capitalequipment expenses, and floor space requirements. Lead these efforts fromconcept to production
Support ongoing material application processes for metalpre-treatment, e-coat, top-coat, and powder coat both within Tesla and atvendors
Support process validation for all new coating technologies
Define technical requirements for development and production
Provide technical support to the quality and manufacturingteams concerning processing issues
Conduct cost reduction and quality improvement activitiesthrough material optimization and process improvements
What You’ll Bring    Polymer, Coatings, or Materials Engineering degree orequivalent
Experience with all aspects of automotive coatingsmaterials, including but not limited to polymer chemistry, paint process andapplications, paint formulation, paint testing methods and equipment, etc
Fundamental knowledge of polymers and polymer chemistry
3 years + experience working with paints and coatingsmaterials
Experience in managing process optimization, paint shopupgrades, and modifications
Experience with standard analytical tools (FTIR, DSC, Rheometry,SEM, XRF, DMA, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate amulti-functional team
Creativity and out-of-box thinking in solving problems
Strong communication and organizational skills with theability to manage projects independently

Compensation and Benefits   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 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)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
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

Expected Compensation
$84,000 - $276,000/annual salary + 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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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