Engineering Technician, Cell Quality & Field Reliability

Description:
The Cell Quality Team at Gigafactory Nevada is seeking a dedicated Cell Quality Technician to support root cause analysis investigations, routine testing, data collection, and detailed cell-level analyses in a dynamic lab environment. This role involves a diverse set of responsibilities, including data entry, fixture development, and presenting cell failure analysis reports. The ideal candidate will be internally motivated, academically inclined, and exhibit integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude to independently identify issues and drive process improvements. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, and R&D, will be essential to improve field reliability, safety, processes, and cost savings.

Responsibilities:

Support routine cell quality failure analysis activities at Gigafactory Nevada, including cell preparation, handling, disassembly, and imaging for root cause investigations
Facilitate the transfer of battery cells across testing workflows to gather data for field failure analysis reports
Conduct detailed imaging and data collection using lab equipment to identify, document, and report defects in battery cells returned from the field
Contribute to and lead small- to medium-scale projects to enhance team efficiency in cell processing, testing, and high-volume analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, qualification, manufacturing, quality, and R&D, on various cell engineering initiatives
Lead continuous improvement and training efforts within the team and with external suppliers and partners
Independently collect, analyze, and interpret data to provide actionable feedback to suppliers, design, manufacturing, quality, and research teams

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in failure analysis or a commercial lab environment
Moderate understanding of physical, electrochemical, and thermodynamic theory related to Li-ion technology and cell failure analysis, with a willingness to deepen knowledge
Exceptional attention to detail, along with strong documentation, organization, and interpersonal skills
Ability to quickly adapt to and utilize technological tools and proprietary applications for accurate data recording and management
Experience thriving in an ambiguous, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Capability to lift and sort parts weighing up to 40 lbs. as needed

Compensation & 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