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Cell Simulation Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
112,000 - 168,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jun 30, 2026
What to Expect

We are seeking a Cell
Simulation Engineer to work across cell teams, organizing and processing
lithium-ion cell data to support critical design and analysis decisions. You
will develop and maintain visually rich, data-driven tools that inform
engineers across the company and optimize Li-ion cell models for electric
vehicles and energy products. You will optimize model parameters to best
predict empirical battery data, write test plans, propose design of
experiments, and summarize results in test reports. You will also use data
manipulation and visualization skills to convey model and test results to
fellow engineers, follow up on inquiries, and disseminate bleeding-edge results
traceably and reproducibly.


What You'll Do
  • Process and analyze large-scale
    simulation and experimental datasets using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools
  • Optimize model parameters to
    accurately predict empirical battery performance
  • Develop automated reporting and
    visualization frameworks to convey model and test results
  • Collaborate with Cell Engineers to
    support cell design, analysis, and electrochemical modeling
  • Write test plans, design
    experiments (DOE), and summarize findings in technical reports
  • Maintain high-level metrics
    linking simulation data to electrochemical models
  • Support cross-functional teams
    with data requests and disseminate research findings efficiently
  • Document model workflows,
    implementations, and simulation study results

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Engineering, Computer
    Science, or equivalent experience
  • Expert-level programming and data
    analysis skills in MATLAB or Python
  • Strong data visualization
    capabilities
  • Excellent analytical and
    organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple
    projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and
    collaboration skills; ability to work patiently and effectively with engineers
    across multiple disciplines and teams
  • Experience with MySQL or other
    database systems
  • Familiarity with lithium-ion cell
    testing and characterization
  • Background in battery modeling or electrochemical
    systems

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:

  • 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
    Expected Compensation
    $112,000 - $168,000/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.

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