What To Expect
We are seeking a skilled Materials Quality Engineer to join our Megafactory manufacturing team, focusing on quality assurance in material testing, chemical testing, and metrology testing laboratories. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player with strong expertise in analytical instruments and a commitment to ensuring high-quality standards in battery production.
What You'll Do
Oversee IQC lab inspections and cell manufacturing quality, build/monitor quality data systems, and document/categorize IQC/IPQC results while reviewing related engineering and lab documentationDrive containment and continuous improvement: own 8D problem definition, RCAs, dispositions, effectiveness tracking, and implement revised/new processes using Six Sigma/LeanImplement Lean methodologies and Statistical Process Control (SPC) to drive supplier quality improvements, develop systematic problem-solving strategies, and ensure compliance with material specificationsDevelop, draft, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laboratory processesPerform method development and validation for testing proceduresConduct vendor correlation studies to ensure consistency and reliability of resultsExecute Gage R&R (Repeatability and Reproducibility) studies to validate measurement systemsOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments to support quality testingCollaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in quality processesAnalyze test data and prepare detailed reports to support manufacturing quality objectives
What You'll Bring
Degree in Electrical, Chemical, Materials Engineering, or equivalent experienceProven experience in a quality engineering role, preferably in battery manufacturing or a related industryExcellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teamsStrong familiarity with analytical instruments, including but not limited to: IC, GC, ICP, SEM, DSC/TGA, Particle Size Analyzer, Carbon & Sulfur Analyzer, Karl Fischer Titrator, and othersFamiliarity with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for quality data analysisExperience in battery manufacturing or lithium-ion battery quality testingExperience in analytical instrument method develop and validation
Benefits
Compensation and 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
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