Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification, Cell Engineering

at  Tesla

JOB TYPE

Full-time
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
What to Expect
We are looking for a Cell Engineering Technician for a cross functional Cell Qualification Engineering team to perform e-chem tests, life performance tests, reliability tests and failure analysis tests to support battery research, development projects and massive production cell qualification. Candidates should have experience with various meters, power supplies, data acquisition systems, basic knowledge of battery chemistry, DC circuits, strong Excel skill and work experience with web apps. Strong communication skill and flexible work hours in different shift and hours are required as well.

What You’ll Do

• Works in conjunction with test engineers to solve testing problems and execute projects as required
• Hands-on execution of electrical testing and data collection
• Performs initial troubleshooting of tester and connections related to test execution failures Recommendation of next steps where issue is not resolved
• Excellent communication of all issues creating deviations from test or project plans along with possible remedies
• Collects the information and data required for the solution of technical problems
• Applies data in solving problems by performing technical computations, measurements, and analysis

What You’ll Bring

• Strong Excel experience and know how to create excel sheets
• Experience with electronic tests run on computers- experience running automated tests
• Troubleshoot down to the component level
• Use of necessary tools - various meters, power supplies, data acquisition systems
• DC electrical theory
• Experienced with automated and hand-held test and measurement equipment is preferred
• Willing to work flexible schedule such as weekend (Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday or both weekends and any 3 days during weekdays)

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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 - $62.13/hour, depending on level + 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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

• Works in conjunction with test engineers to solve testing problems and execute projects as required
• Hands-on execution of electrical testing and data collection
• Performs initial troubleshooting of tester and connections related to test execution failures Recommendation of next steps where issue is not resolved
• Excellent communication of all issues creating deviations from test or project plans along with possible remedies
• Collects the information and data required for the solution of technical problems
• Applies data in solving problems by performing technical computations, measurements, and analysi