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Cell Material Lab Technician

Tesla Motors, Inc.
24.40 - 65.40 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Nov 04, 2026
What to Expect The Cell Material Engineering team is seeking a technician to perform routine material-level testing and support the development of test methods for thin materials. This role involves operating analytical and mechanical testing equipment, maintaining lab readiness, and collaborating with engineers to execute standardized procedures in a laboratory environment focused on cell materials. What You'll Do Perform routine material-level testing by following established SOPs Operate analytical equipment for materials characterization and mechanical testing Execute electrode mechanical tests including glovebox work and hardness testing Document, compile, and analyze test data and communicate results to engineers Maintain, troubleshoot, and train users on lab equipment while ensuring calibrations Support creation of SOPs and training tools for equipment and procedures Keep the lab organized, safe, and ready for testing across multiple programs What You'll Bring 2+ years in a technical position with laboratory setting experience Hands-on experience with mechanical and material-level testing equipment Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Strong organizational skills with meticulous data tracking and note-taking Comfort working with chemicals and required PPE in a laboratory environment Ability to perform repetitive SOP-driven work with high reliability Willingness to learn new methods through on-the-job training Hands-on Li-ion cell development experience in industry or academic settings Experience with glovebox electrode mechanical testing and optical microscopy Familiarity with metallography, hardness testing, or electrochemical testing 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 Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels) Expected Compensation $24.40 - $65.40/hour + 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.