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Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification Testing
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Full Time | Durable Manufacturing 2 Months Ago
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Tesla Motors is Hiring an Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification Testing Near Palo Alto, CA

Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification Testing
Job CategoryEngineering & Information Technology
LocationPalo Alto, California
Req. ID216918
Job TypeFull-time

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What to Expect
This is an opportunity to work in the Cell Qualification and R&D group, which is responsible for the testing and qualification of Tesla's next-generation Li-ion battery cells and development of new cell test methods. This candidate's primary role will be laboratory test execution, life-cycle characterization, and mechanical testing.The ideal candidate will exhibit outstanding attention to detail, interest in developing inspection skills, and aptitude for electrical and mechanical test methods, which are all required to identify subtle issues that could impact Tesla's battery cell performance. The candidate will work alongside a diverse team of engineers and technicians to advance technology that provides sustainable transportation, energy storage and generation. This individual must demonstrate the desire to drive continuous internal process improvement methods through critical thinking skills.
What You'll Do
  • Operate battery test equipment to perform routine laboratory cell level testing, including electrical characterization (cycle life, calendar life and performance characterization), dimensional inspections and mechanical tests
  • Manage and organize battery cell test samples through their entire life cycle. This includes: incoming quality inspection, cell inventory and tracking, test registration, labeling, recording results in a database, verifying data quality, transporting samples, load cells on test equipment, monitor ongoing tests
  • Compile, organize, summarize and communicate test data to test engineers
  • Communicate issues observed in sample, process, test or documentation to supervisor
  • Participate in test fixture design, instrument and assemble cells into test setup
  • Manage laboratory equipment, including daily verification, preventive maintenance, yearly calibration
  • Identify and troubleshoot test equipment and setup as needed
  • Support laboratory organization and maintain a clean work environment
What You'll Bring
  • Associate degree with minimum 1 year experience in a lab R&D environment or a Technical degree from a 4-year program, or equivalent preferred
  • Experience working with common cell cycling hardware (Arbin, Maccor, Neware, Bio-logic, PEC, Bitrode, AV, Gamry)
  • Knowledge of standard electronics tools including DC meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes
  • Experience in wiring and soldering
  • Experience with metrology and data acquisition systems
  • Strong interest or passion for lithium-ion battery technology
  • Knowledge of safety hazards of working with and electrical and mechanical testing of lithium-ion batteries
Compensation and Benefits
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

$24.40 - $65.40/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.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Durable Manufacturing

SALARY

$62k-77k (estimate)

POST DATE

03/30/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

04/27/2024

WEBSITE

alextechweek.com

HEADQUARTERS

TORONTO, ONTARIO

SIZE

500 - 1,000

FOUNDED

2002

REVENUE

$500M - $1B

INDUSTRY

Durable Manufacturing

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