Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Cell Development

Tesla • Palo Alto, CA

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About The Position

Battery Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works with engineering groups across various disciplines, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between. We look for anyone with an exceptional ability to solve problems in both individual and team settings.
Tesla’s cell engineering team is looking for a highly motivated engineer to lead the mechanical design and validation of new battery cell designs. In this role you will focus on optimizing the mechanical design of battery cells to maximize the performance and manufacturability of Tesla’s products.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Strong engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics and heat transfer
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (CATIA V5/V6 a plus) and basic knowledge of GD&T
• Working knowledge of properties and applications for common engineering metals and polymers.
• Demonstrated success working with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience in design and validation of high-volume parts manufacturing and assembly, design collaboration with external vendors, test design and set up, or structural / thermal FEA a plus
• Quarterly overseas travel expected

Responsibilities

• Drive key engineering decisions with Tesla teams and external cell manufacturers to push new cell designs from concept to mass production
• Collaborate with Tesla teams and external cell vendors to define dimensional, thermal, reliability, and safety requirements for new battery cell designs. Negotiate requirements and final product specifications with cell manufacturers
• Own CAD models, 2D drawings, tolerance analysis and DFMEA process on new cell designs
• Develop cell mechanical property characterization techniques, design test fixtures, and develop test plans focused on cell to module integration, abuse, and manufacturing
• Develop and execute new test methods for cell mechanical components (e.g. terminals, insulators etc.)

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees