Project Engineer, Cell Materials Manufacturing

Project Engineer, Gulf Coast Lithium Refinery

What to Expect

Tesla is looking for ahighly motivated individual to be a project engineer for at our new lithium refinery in Corpus Christi, Texas. This is a cross-functional role that requirescoordination between many different groups within and outside of Tesla.
You, as a Project Engineer, will interface withorganizations across Tesla, Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain,Production Planning, Operations, and the Executive team. You will drive thedevelopment and deployment of new manufacturing equipment and processes, theplanning and execution of new battery materials manufacturing expansion, andbuild productive relationships with external suppliers and relevantagencies.
You will support projects from concept through install,integration, ramp, and handover to production.
What You’ll Do

Work with Cell Engineering, Factory Design, Quality,Operations, and other supporting functions in order to scope and drive designsfor deployment of materials production equipment.
Determine project specifications and acquire the necessarymaterials for completion.
Develop scope and define parameters for project design andimplementation.
Define and drive tasks to be performed by thecross-functional team.
Identify creative ways to overcome obstacles and meet theschedule despite setbacks.
Drive review and selection of external equipment vendors andintegrators for delivery of selected manufacturing project scope.
Coordinate internal and external engineering findings to de-riskplant design and optimize plant operations and availability
What You’ll Bring

5-8+ years in manufacturing environment, in a mix of engineering and project roles. Experience working on the development of chemical processing, or hydrometallurgical systems is a plus.
Evidence of exceptional ability, including a strongunderstanding of engineering fundamentals and demonstrated ability to leveragethis understanding to solve challenging technical problems.
Ability to work and communicate cross-functionally,including interfacing with suppliers and third party firms.
Proven ability to operate under pressure while managingmultiple priorities simultaneously. Must be able to work in a fast pacedenvironment, occasionally requiring extended hours.
Aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies.
Ability to identify issues and develop corrective measuresto resolve.
Detail oriented with strong record-keeping andorganizational skills.

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:
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)
LGBTQ+ care concierge services
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

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.
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