Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification

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Engineering Technician, Cell Qualification

| Job Category | Engineering & Information Technology | | Location | Sparks, Nevada | | Req. ID | 274796 | | Job Type | Full-time |

What to Expect

This is an opportunity to work in the cell qualification and R&D group, which is responsible for testing and qualifying Tesla’s next-generation li-ion battery cells and developing new cell test methods. The role supports the Gigafactory Nevada cell characterization lab by leading day-to-day test executions and collaborating with test engineers on data collection and equipment operation.

What You’ll Do

• Operate battery test equipment to perform routine cell-level testing including electrical characterization, dimensional inspections, and mechanical tests
• Manage battery cell test samples through their full life cycle including incoming inspection, inventory tracking, test registration, labeling, data recording, and equipment loading
• Compile, organize, and communicate test data to test engineers
• Report issues observed in samples, processes, tests, or documentation to supervisor
• Participate in test fixture design and assemble cells into test setups
• Identify and troubleshoot test equipment and setups as needed
• Support laboratory organization and maintain a clean work environment

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge in electrical or mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Experience with metrology and data acquisition systems
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment such as battery cyclers, temperature chambers, and vacuum systems
• Strong interest in lithium-ion battery technology
• High attention to detail and ability to execute test procedures with accuracy
• Proficient in Windows and MS Office applications
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment

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:

• 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

• Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

• Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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