The Engineering Technician supports engineering projects by performing experiments in active materials research and development for Li-ion batteries. This role requires hands-on work in a chemistry lab environment, operation of chemical analysis instruments, and close collaboration with engineers to advance materials development.
- Perform hands-on tasks including material synthesis, characterization, milling, and accurate data recording
- Execute experiments as instructed while working closely with engineers
- Handle air-sensitive and hazardous materials using glove boxes, dry rooms, or fume hoods
- Operate materials characterization equipment such as XRD, SEM, PSD, and BET
- Manage synthesis and milling equipment
- Maintain lab safety and operational efficiency
- Report process issues and assist with problem solving
- 2+ years experience synthesizing air-sensitive materials and handling hazardous chemicals
- Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Understanding of equipment handling and operation
- Above average manual dexterity and visual acuity for delicate assembly tasks
- Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office
- Ability to perform hands-on tasks
- Good communication skills and experience working with Li-ion battery materials preferred
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