What To Expect
The role Tesla is looking for is a highly motivated Quality Engineering Technician to support cell and module failure analysis, lithium-ion cell component analysis, and data analysis in lab environments for the Cell Quality and Field Reliability team.

Available Shifts: Day Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30 PM, Night Shift: 10:00PM - 6:30AM

What You'll Do

Review field return cases to identify reason of return

Analyze and interpret cell inspections and analysis data independently

Document results of tests in a clear and concise manner

Plan, setup, organize and maintain the battery lab space and equipment

Perform failure analysis of cells from modules and packs, including module checks, cell measurements, module and data analysis, and cell dissections

Teardown of various module builds; extraction of cells with extreme care

Provide feedback to vendors by reporting failure modes that are discovered and identified, keep track and record findings in manufacturing tracking systems

Conduct both destructive and non-destructive cell analysis

Analyze and interpret data independently

Retain confidentiality of testing, test procedures, and data at all times

What You'll Bring

Comfortable with frequent change of direction, dynamic work environment and passion to perform time-sensitive analysis under production pressure

Proven record of time efficient task execution, detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills, excellent communication skills

Above average manual dexterity and visual acuity are required to perform delicate assembly and disassembly tasks

Ability and passion to perform hands-on tasks such as cell openings and inspections in the lab and production environment

Strong desire to learn and use advanced characterization and analysis techniques in cell quality work processes

Work with others in a cross-functional environment and follow written & verbal instructions

Ability to use business software tools and business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data

Benefits
Compensation and 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

$24.40 - $43.20/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.