<p>What to Expect</p> <p>The Quality Team at Tesla is seeking a Materials Engineer with a strong background in material testing, analytical methods, and problem-solving methodologies. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to resolve challenges, improve manufacturability, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Collaborate with design, production, reliability, and quality engineering to address issues and improve processes </li><li>Lead projects from concept through validation to implementation, emphasizing quality </li><li>Sustain products through cost reduction and yield improvements </li><li>Use structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 8D, and Ishikawa </li><li>Analyze data to identify trends and enhance quality and efficiency </li><li>Monitor and reduce process variation using SPC and MSA techniques </li><li>Develop and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions for quality testing </li></ul> <p>What You'll Bring</p> <ul> <li>Degree in Materials, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience </li><li>Minimum of 2 year of experience in Quality, Process Design, Process Improvement or Operations </li><li>Strong expertise in material testing, including mechanical/structural, chemical and dimensional testing </li><li>Proficiency in analytical tools: Keyence, SEM-EDS, Instron, Rheometer, FTIR, XRF, and others is preferred </li><li>Knowledge of statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab for data analysis </li><li>Experience with root cause analysis, MSA studies and implementing data-driven solutions </li><li>Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams </li></ul> <p>Compensation and Benefits</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:</p> <ul> <li>Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction </li><li>Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits </li><li>Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution </li><li>Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA </li><li>Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) </li><li>401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits </li><li>Company paid Basic Life, AD&D </li><li>Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays </li><li>Back-up childcare and parenting support resources </li><li>Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance </li><li>Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs </li><li>Tesla Babies program </li><li>Commuter benefits </li><li>Employee discounts and perks program </li></ul> <p>Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.</p> <p>Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.</p> <p>For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact ADA@tesla.com for ADA related questions or to request ADA accommodations.</p> <p>Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice .</p> <p>Analytical Chemist, Powertrain</p> <p>Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program</p>