Production Engineer, Lithium

Tesla’s Gulf Coast Lithium Refinery is seeking a
highly motivated, detail-oriented Production Engineer to support the ramp-up
and long-term operation of our first-of-its-kind facility. In this role, you
will collaborate closely with Operations and Design teams to bring the ramp the
plant safely and efficiently, then transition into a run-plant engineering
position focused on driving stable, high-quality, and cost-effective
production.

This
is a rare opportunity to play a critical role in scaling a novel chemical
manufacturing process that supports Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s
transition to sustainable energy.

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Support production activities to deliver a safe, cost-effective,
schedule-aligned ramp to stable refinery operations

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Ensure all Management of Change (MOC) requirements are followed for
all change and improvement scopes

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Participate in pre-startup safety reviews and hazard studies

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Apply First-Principles Thinking to diagnose issues and develop
technical solutions

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Analyze, improve, and optimize operational processes to
enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality

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Provide technical support to Production teams to resolve issues
and improve workflow

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Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks,
defects, and quality deviations

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Support continuous improvement initiatives
to optimize processes and minimize waste

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Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with industry
standards, specifications, and safety requirements

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Evidence
of exceptional ability, with strong engineering fundamentals and demonstrated problem
solving capability

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3+ years in a chemical manufacturing environment. Experience
working with slurries, milling, and solids handling is strongly preferred;
exposure to hydrometallurgical systems is a plus

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Ability to effectively work and communicate cross-functionally,
including interfacing with project, engineering, quality, and
maintenance/reliability functions

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Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and advanced
process controls

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Proficiency with operational data trending tools (e.g., PI
Vision, Aspen, Seeq)

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Proven ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple
priorities in a fast-paced environment; willingness to work extended hours when
needed

·      
Strong aptitude for rapidly learning and applying new
technologies

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Ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and
implement corrective actions

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