Sr. Battery Test Engineer, Cell Engineering

We are seeking a highly motivated, skilled and detail-oriented Battery Test Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing and continuously improving battery cell-level testing processes, analyzing test data, and ensuring the performance, reliability, and safety of advanced battery technologies. You will also play a key role in data analytics, root cause investigations, and maintenance and troubleshooting of robotic test systems, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of our laboratory operations. The candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including equipment and automation design, data analytics, EHS, and test requestors, to streamline workflows, enhance lab efficiency, and minimize equipment downtime.

• Support daily lab operations, including equipment status tracking, test scheduling, and operational logging
• Work with data engineering teams to ensure proper integration of lab systems with databases and internal platforms
• Partner with test requestors and equipment team to streamline and automate test procedures
• Troubleshoot issues related to lab equipment communication, control scripts, or system behavior, and work with relevant teams for resolution
• Collaborate with the design and hardware teams to assist in maintaining and troubleshooting robotic systems used in lab workflows
• Maintain documentation for all tools, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines
• Develop automation scripts and small UI tools to control and monitor lab equipment including cyclers, ovens, chambers, and chillers
• Create tools for automated test execution, data monitoring, and test report generation

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong interest in battery testing, lab equipment automation, and improving operational efficiency
• Excellent problem-solving skills, especially in hardware-software troubleshooting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Strong programming experience in Python, especially for scripting, hardware communication, and automation tasks
• Familiarity with hardware protocols such as serial, Modbus, TCP/IP, or SCPI
• Experience working with or supporting robotic systems in a lab or production environment (maintenance, not development)
• Solid understanding of SQL or other databases for test data management

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

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

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.