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.

• Drive key engineering decisions with Tesla teams and external cell manufacturers to push new cell designs from concept to mass production
• Collaborate with internal design teams 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, and DFMEA process on new cell designs
• Develop and execute new test methods for cell performance.

• Bachelor's 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
• Direct experience in design for high volume parts manufacturing and assembly, design collaboration with external vendors, test design and set up, or structural or thermal FEA a plus
• Quarterly overseas travel expected

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