Process Development Engineer, Cathode

What to Expect

Tesla's Cathode Advanced Manufacturing group is looking for a highly motivated cross functional engineer to help scale equipment and processes for novel battery materials. The role will focus on the implementation of new unit operations at the pilot scale with an emphasis on transferability to commercial scale production.

• Develop new process and equipment strategies to enable and optimize novel cathode manufacturing strategies for scalability
• Use engineering fundamentals, analysis, and design tools to create design concepts for robust machine designs that enable the study of critical performance parameters
• Create and present detailed design and integration packages for project execution and delivery including PFD, P& mechanical layouts
• Develop, transfer and manage scope deliverables using internal and 3rd party resources
• Author and lead commissioning and experimentation exercises for ramp and SOP of pilot equipment, and execute hands‑on trouble shooting/RCA activities on chemical, mechanical and electrical systems
• Communicate project and development outcomes across executive and partnered manufacturing teams, and author knowledge transfer documentation

• Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution and 5+ years of design experience, or equivalent experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to conceptualize equipment configurations
• Proficiency in using solid modeling CAD design software is advantageous (Solid Works highly preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with specific ability to write at a professional and technical level
• Organized and detail‑oriented
• Desire to work in an extremely fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Strong awareness of manufacturing and fabrication methodology
• Familiarity with bulk solids handling and experience with powder process technology

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

$80,000 - $240,000/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.