Cell Program Lead, Cell Qualification

Tesla Motors, Inc.
104,000 - 156,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Oct 21, 2025
What to Expect This cell engineer willwork with a cross-functional team todevelop cell qualification plans to characterize initial cell performance,lifetime behavior,and cell reliabilityto identify critical failures and degradation modes.This person willoversee test progress at internal/external labs and coordinate test priorities. In addition, this person will conduct analysis to identify risks for timely program decisions. What You'll Do Developcell qualification test plans based on cell buildvalidationgoals and program requirements Conduct analysis to identify program risk and work with cross functional teamsfor failure analysis and corrective actions Communicate cell levelperformance and risksacross multiple engineering teams Overseetest progressat labs across different sites to minimize test delays What You'll Bring Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience Experience withlithium-ionbattery research/design/manufacturing/testing Ability to work independently on multiple projects with complex requirements Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Program management experienceis a plus 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 Expected Compensation $104,000 - $156,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits 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.