Mechanical Design Engineer, Cathode

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Mechanical Design Engineer, Cathode

| Job Category | Manufacturing | | Location | AUSTIN, Texas | | Req. ID | 275091 | | Job Type | Full-time |

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a critical challenge facing the world’s energy transition – Battery Cathode Materials.

In this role, you will join a team of mechanical design engineers

• responsible for delivering equipment and facility modifications and expansions that enable high-volume, high-quality cathode production. Within a demanding and fast-paced environment, you will work closely with various stakeholders to ramp up large-scale production lines.

What You’ll Do

• • Conduct mechanical design for various solids handling & processing equipment (e.g. silos, hoppers, conveyors, piping, rotary valves, mixers)
• • Champion efficiency, constructability, quality, and safety, adhering to company & industry recognized practices - Support projects in concept development, detailed design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases
• • Collaborate with maintenance, operations, controls, EHS, and third-party vendors to ensure projects meet budget, schedule, production, and safety requirements - Engage in mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts

What You’ll Bring

• Degree or Equivalent Experience in mechanical engineering or related field (e.g., aerospace, mechatronics)
• 1+ years of experience within an industrial-scale manufacturing environment
• Exceptional mechanical engineering fundamentals with demonstrated ability in effectively leveraging them to solve challenging technical problems
• Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and design improvements
• Proficiency in 3D CAD design software (SolidWorks highly preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of fabrication & assembly processes (e.g., machining, welding)
• Familiarity with applicable engineering codes & standards (e.g., ASME)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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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