Mechanical Design Engineer, Cell Engineering

What To Expect
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.
Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with Lithium-ion battery cell, module, and pack design

Experience in designing for high volume automated assembly

Direct machine shop fabrication and prototyping skills

Proficiency in structural and/or thermal FEA

Experience with test design and setup, data acquisition and analysis

Ability to travel to support product launch and ramp (supplier visits, Tesla factories, etc.)

What You’ll Do

• Design and build proof-of-concept prototypes for validation testing and analysis. Outline tangible design/product improvements.
• Document and present design details and technical analysis to cross-functional and executive teams
• Develop and deliver new technologies to advance product performance while driving down cost
• Define technical specifications as and when needed (dimensional, functional, performance, manufacturing)
• Design and develop new Li-ion cell mechanical components and assemblies, from concept to production readiness
• Participate in sourcing and managing of engineering relationships with suppliers. Conduct DFM (Design for manufacturing) reviews
• Conduct or support advanced technical design analysis
• Drive cross functional collaboration with CAE, manufacturing, and test teams to decipher and document first-principle analysis and empirical validation
• Conduct DFMEA and Fault Tree analysis
• Generate and release detailed CAD and assembly drawings

What You’ll Bring

• Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal and mechanical properties of metals and polymers
• Strong communication skills and team spirit
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (CATIA V5/V6 experience is a plus)
• Basic knowledge of GD&T (proficiency is a plus)
• Experience in designing for one or more high volume manufacturing processes such as stamping, deep drawing, plastic injection molding, heat treating, and metal welding
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

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
$76,000 - $285,000/annual salary + 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.
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