Sr. Mechanical Test Engineer, Cell Engineering

As a member of the cell modeling team, this engineer will build out mechanical analysis methods to solve complex problems, developing and recommending tests and models to improve battery cell design and performance. This role will involve model development, test development, test execution, and first-principles explanations of mechanical behavior. The engineer in this role will also be expected to work alongside with engineering and manufacturing teams.

• Advance the capabilities of Tesla's in-house cell models
• Take complex cell and battery pack configurations and provide simplified free-body diagrams
• Apply cell and material test data to models
• Perform component/cell level mechanical tests
• Develop new test methods and models to represent complex loading and boundary conditions
• Consolidate results into consistent workflow to be consumed by higher level mechanical simulations
• Document and communicate best practices and important test results and fundamental understanding across a wide range of teams
• Be a member of a cross functional product development team to help determine the ideal cell design for different electric vehicle and energy product applications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math or equivalent experience
• Experience in test development, execution, and analysis is required
• Knowledge of solid mechanics and material behavior is required
• Data analysis skills in a scripting language (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) are required
• Finite-element solver (Abaqus, LS-Dyna, etc.) is strongly recommended
• Cell cycling and/or stress-strain testing is strongly recommended
• Experience in equipment design or CAD is a strong plus
• Strong communication skills and preference for working in teams

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

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.