Materials Development Engineer, Cell Design

What To ExpectThe cell materials development team is looking for a skilled Materials Engineer to own, test and validate materials designs and concepts for Tesla’s next generation cell design that are commensurate with its performance requirements and launch horizon, with an emphasis on delivering novel (but feasible) materials and designs over off-the-shelf and/or incremental improvements. You will be working closely with mechanical and stack design engineers to develop solutions that optimize the nexus of materials and design.What You'll DoHolistically own a range of inactive cell materials for Tesla’s next generation in-house cell design, identifying and evaluating both new and existing materials, designs and componentsDevelop and execute laboratory experiments, materials formulation and characterization, and cell testing to inform performance, reliability, manufacturability and valueWork closely with cell design team to develop materials solutions to unlock novel design pathways and strategiesManage relationships with external vendors, suppliers, and research partners to source, qualify, and implement cutting-edge materials technologiesWhat You'll BringDegree or Equivalent Experience in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field/experienceDeep fundamental knowledge on materials science, electrochemistry, and energy storage devicesExperience with battery cell development, with a strong understanding of materials and design levers towards optimizing performance, cost and manufacturabilityPropensity for direct, hands-on materials formulation and characterization in the labExperience with prismatic cells is a plusBenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong 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 programExpected Compensation$91,600 - $234,000/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., Tesla