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What to Expect
Tesla is accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy through innovative battery technology that powers our vehicles, energy storage products, and beyond. Our Battery Cell team is pushing the boundaries of energy density, performance, and cost by vertically integrating every aspect of cell production. As an ArtificialGraphite Engineer specializing in natural and synthetic graphite for anode materials, you will drive the development and optimization of high-performance graphite anodes-the criticalcomponentenabling longer range, faster charging, and more affordable batteries. This hands-on role demands first-principles thinking to solve complex materials challenges at scale in a mission-driven environment.
What You'll Do
Optimizegraphite properties such as particle morphology, surface area, purity, and coating technologies to enhance energy density, cycle life, and rate capability
Design and conduct experiments to evaluate graphite performance, including electrochemical testing, material characterization, and degradation analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (cathode, electrolyte, cell design, and manufacturing) to integrate advanced graphite into next-generation cell architectures
Troubleshoot material interactions (e.g., with silicon blends, binders, and electrolytes) and drive innovations in graphite recycling and low-carbon production
What You'll Bring
Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related fieldor equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in battery anode materials, with specificexpertisein natural/synthetic graphite processing, characterization, or application in lithium-ion cells
Deep knowledge of graphite synthesis (e.g., graphitization, purification), surface modification, and electrochemical performance in battery systems
Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, BET, Raman, etc.) and electrochemical testing (cycling, EIS,dQ/dV)
Proficiencyin data analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, JMP) and statistical methods for process control
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
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Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
Feb 09, 2026