Engineering Technician, In House Cell Engineering

Tesla Motors, Inc.
23.18 - 41.04 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, San Diego
Sep 11, 2025
What to Expect Tesla is currently recruiting a motivated and accomplished Engineering Technician who will focus on multiple operations and duties during their shift while provide data to engineering staff. The successful candidate will safely and efficiently operate equipment necessary and perform materials and electrode process and testing. This position is responsible for performing battery electrode fabrication experiment, material and electrode testing, basic equipment troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, product packaging and loading/unloading finished goods and raw materials. What You'll Do Display a positive attitude and practice strong work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of Tesla Manufacture batches in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following written SOP's and verbal work instructions by engineering and leadership teams Perform battery electrode fabrication process following written SOPs and support engineering staff perform experiments Perform materials/electrode testing and provide data to engineering staff Operate equipment and instrumentation to monitor pressure, temperature, and other conditions Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), respirator for extended periods of time Perform quality control testing as required on product Perform calibrations and preventative maintenance procedures on production process equipment Maintain accurate documentation Maintain clean and safe work areas What You'll Bring Two year associate degree in engineering, technology or sciences required. Skilled trades certificate and/or relevant military experience preferred or equivalent experience Demonstrated knowledge and experience with operating and calibrating meters/controls, level & pressure sensors, materials and electrode testing Strong mechanical aptitude to conduct preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on calendaring equipment, rotating, mixing, and pumping process systems Demonstrated experience following written/verbal standard operating procedures (SOP's) Demonstrate basic math and computer skills Pass pulmonary function tests and physical exam for respirator use 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) 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 $23.18 - $41.04/hour + 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.