Job Description

The Cathode manufacturing process design team is looking for an Engineer that is motivated and well organized to implement, develop, and optimize process improvements as well as help develop next stage processes through the application of first engineering principles. This role includes working with both production and development resources to identify novel and safe approaches to manufacturing cathode materials in Austin, TX. The desire to work in a fast pace and rewarding work environment is critical. The ideal candidate will be able to handle multiple work streams, properly prioritize deliverables and work within a multiple discipline team (controls, mechanical, EHS maintenance, etc.)


Responsibilities

• Apply engineering fundamentals and a broad set of process engineering tools to solve technical problems and create novel detailed designs to address root cause of issue
• Provide process engineering support to operations to help resolve process bottlenecks and other long-standing issues
• Evaluate early stage/ lab scale processes for future production scale applications
• Help develop detailed process designs including the following deliverables: Scope development and basis of design document development
• Implement and drive completion of management of change for process changes
• Develop a detailed knowledge of multiple stages of the cathode manufacturing process
• Lead root cause analysis efforts for process upsets and provide feedback on how to prevent future upsets
• Utilize process and lab data to provide recommendations on quality improvements for our cathode production process

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical, Process or Material Science Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2-4+ years of experience in chemical Process Design, Process Improvement or Operations within a high-tech industry such as semiconductor, specialty chemical, solar, battery, etc.
• Experience with powder handling equipment (transport, weighment and mixing experience preferred)
• Ability to participate process hazard evaluations and HAZOP reviews
• Ability to adapt, multi-task and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment with evolving changes in design requirements
• A positive, "do the impossible" attitude and ability to communicate with peers and stakeholders at all levels and engineering disciplines

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)
• 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

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

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