Materials Engineer, Semi, Powertrain

The Quality Team at Tesla is seeking a Materials Engineer with a strong background in material testing, analytical methods, and problem-solving methodologies. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to resolve challenges, improve manufacturability, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with design, production, reliability, and quality engineering to address issues and improve processes
• Lead projects from concept through validation to implementation, emphasizing quality
• Sustain products through cost reduction and yield improvements
• Use structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 8D, and Ishikawa
• Analyze data to identify trends and enhance quality and efficiency
• Monitor and reduce process variation using SPC and MSA techniques
• Develop and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions for quality testing

• Degree in Materials, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 year of experience in Quality, Process Design, Process Improvement or Operations
• Strong expertise in material testing, including mechanical/structural, chemical and dimensional testing
• Proficiency in analytical tools: Keyence, SEM-EDS, Instron, Rheometer, FTIR, XRF, and others is preferred
• Knowledge of statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab for data analysis
• Experience with root cause analysis, MSA studies and implementing data-driven solutions
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams

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)
• 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