Mechanical Design Engineer, Cathode

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to work on
a critical challenge facing the world’s energy transition – Battery Cathode
Materials.

In this role, you will join a team of mechanical design engineers
responsible for delivering equipment and facility modifications and expansions
that enable high-volume, high-quality cathode production. Within a demanding
and fast-paced environment, you will work closely with various stakeholders to
ramp up large-scale production lines.

- Conduct mechanical design for various
solids handling & processing equipment (e.g. silos, hoppers, conveyors, piping,
rotary valves, mixers)

- Champion efficiency, constructability, quality, and safety, adhering
to company & industry recognized practices
- Support projects in concept development, detailed design,
procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases

- Collaborate with maintenance, operations, controls, EHS, and third-party
vendors to ensure projects meet budget, schedule, production, and safety requirements
- Engage in mechanical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and
continuous improvement efforts

- Degree or Equivalent Experience in mechanical engineering or related field (e.g., aerospace, mechatronics)
- 1+ years of experience within an industrial-scale manufacturing environment
- Exceptional mechanical engineering fundamentals
with demonstrated ability in effectively leveraging them to solve challenging
technical problems
- Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing
equipment, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, repair scopes, and
design improvements
- Proficiency in 3D
CAD design software (SolidWorks highly preferred)
- Strong working
knowledge of fabrication & assembly processes (e.g., machining, welding)
- Familiarity with
applicable engineering codes & standards (e.g., ASME)
- Excellent verbal and written
communication skills

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

- Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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