Engineering Technician, Electrolyte

We are seeking a skilled Cell Materials Engineering Technician to join our cross-functional Cell Engineering Team at Tesla. This role focuses on supporting battery materials research and development R&D and various engineering projects through pouch cell testing and chemical analysis. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineering and research teams to perform technical tasks including electrolyte filling electrochemical testing and materials characterization contributing to the advancement of Teslas battery technology.

Perform precise technical tasks in the lab such as electrolyte mixing inside a glovebox and filling Li-ion pouch cells

Conduct electrochemical testing on Li-ion pouch cells to evaluate performance

Dissect Li-ion pouch cells for failure analysis and extract electrolyte for composition and impurity analysis

Maintain accurate and detailed records of measurements and testing results

Document and update standard operating procedures for lab techniques and methodologies

Ensure clean and organized lab spaces while tracking inventory of consumables for timely restocking

Troubleshoot lab instruments and coordinate regular maintenance with team members and vendors

Strong communication skills and high level of organization

Experience working in a lab environment with hazardous materials and chemicals

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint and Word for data management and reporting

Experience with cell cycling software data analysis tools or databasing is a plus

Familiarity with air-sensitive materials or battery materials is a plus

Experience operating gloveboxes is a plus

Degree in Chemistry Materials Science or equivalent experience

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

401k 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

24.40 - 50.40hour 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.