Engineering Technician, Dry Battery Electrodes, Cell R&D

What To Expect Tesla is developing dry battery electrodes in support of cell research and development. This hands-on role focuses on fabricating laboratory- and pilot-scale dry electrodes, executing experiments that advance candidate materials to prototype level, and maintaining equipment and documentation. What You'll Do Fabricate laboratory- and pilot-scale dry battery electrodes in support of research buildsHandle dry powders and operate mixing, film-forming, and electrode equipment according to approved plansHandle electrode webs and rolls, including loading, unwinding, slitting, punching, and traceable storageRecord process parameters, material identifiers, and deviations on cell travelers and build sheetsOperate, clean, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory electrode equipmentPerform in-process checks for loading, thickness, and visual quality and transfer samples for evaluationPrepare operating procedures and maintain a clean work area while following powder-handling and PPE requirements What You'll Bring Hands-on experience in a laboratory, pilot-line, or manufacturing environmentDemonstrated proficiency with powder handlingAbility to follow written build plans and document processes as executedStrong attention to detail, organizational skills, and clear written and verbal communicationWillingness to learn new equipment and support multiple experiments concurrentlyAbility to lift up to 50 pounds and wear a respirator or powered air-purifying respirator when requiredAssociate degree or higher in a technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience 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 Expected Compensation Engineering Tech I - $21.96 - $32.94/hourEngineering Tech II - $25.92 - $38.88/hourEngineering Tech III - $30.24 - $45.36/hourEngineering Tech IV - $33.84 - $50.76/hourEngineering Tech V - $39.24 - $58.86/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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. We will accept applications for this job until December 22, 2026, after which this posting will be removed., Tesla