Destructive Physical Analysis Technician, Battery Cell Components

What to Expect The Destructive Physical Analysis Team at Tesla is dedicated to delivering critical fault analysis data to minimize field issues, working closely with a diverse range of engineering teams. In this high-visibility individual contributor role, the technician will focus on hands-on fault analysis and sample collection by performing detailed measurements and material analysis on lithium-ion battery cell components. The role involves dissecting battery cells to identify safety and performance-related defects, collaborating with manufacturing teams to escalate findings, and driving improvements in product quality, reliability, and durability.

What You'll Do Perform detailed dissection and sample analysis of lithium-ion battery cells

Utilize analytical tools and techniques such as microscopic inspection and elemental analysis

Identify and document failure modes and signatures in battery components

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to report findings and escalate issues

Maintain and operate specialized equipment for battery dissection and analysis

Ensure accurate data collection and reporting to support quality and reliability improvements

Follow established protocols to handle sensitive materials and maintain safety standards

What You'll Bring Associate's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Strong experience with electrical test equipment including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and microscopes

Extensive hands-on experience with hand tools, basic power tools, soldering, and instrumentation

Proficiency in detecting and analyzing failure signatures in battery components

Familiarity with failure analysis techniques such as CT image analysis, SEM, and optical microscopy

Fine electronics and soldering skills preferred

Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands:

Need to be able to lift, push, and pull, 25lbs.

Can withstand prolonged sitting

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)

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.