Cell Engineering Technician, Second Shift, Cell Engineering

Tesla is seeking a motivated and team-oriented R&D Cell Engineering Technician to support preparation of battery cell components and prototype cell fabrication on the second shift. This role focuses on dry electrode process optimization and development for lithium-ion batteries within the cell development team. The position is 100 percent hands-on in an R&D laboratory environment and requires direct experience with battery electrode processes, cell components, and prototype assembly procedures.

• Prepare battery cell components including electrodes, separators, and pouch cases through cutting, welding, and drying for assembly
• Fabricate various prototype battery cell configurations
• Document cell component preparations and prototype cell assembly using travelers, SOP documents, and database systems
• Assist with operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and procurement of cell components
• Communicate work status and technical results to the team and supervisor

• 1+ years of hands-on technical experience in an R&D laboratory environment
• Experience with battery cell component processing and prototype Li-ion cell fabrication preferred
• Proficiency with MS Windows and Office software
• Ability to document travelers, test results, and SOPs using MS Office programs
• Capability to work in a moisture-controlled dry room environment
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Ability to follow direction and execute technical tasks with minimal supervision

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

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.