Cell Mechanical Modeling Engineer

As a member of the Cell Physics Modeling team, this engineer will develop and sustain advanced physics-based models capturing mechanical and coupled mechanical–thermal–electrochemical behavior in lithium-ion cells. The engineer will also lead the design of experiments to test, validate, and implement new design concepts in partnership with other engineering and manufacturing teams.

• Advance the capabilities of Tesla’s cell mechanical models
• Develop material user subroutines and/or user elements for cell models to capture the fundamental physics and correlate with the test/literature data
• Propose proper cell test plans and perform model validations with test data
• Enhance the accuracy of Tesla’s in-house and vendor cell models
• Translate cell mechanics to mathematical representations that can be used to develop/integrate to ROM models
• Contribute to the automation of cell modeling workflow
• Develop and perform component/cell level mechanical tests and material characterizations
• Interface with the cross-functional teams to determine ideal cell designs for different electric vehicle and energy product applications

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or equivalent experience
• Strong background in solid mechanics, especially in Elasticity, Plasticity, Plate, and Shell, as well as Fracture Mechanics
• Strong background in finite element theory and material constitutive models
• Experience in Finite Element model generation, development, execution, and validation (Abaqus, LS-DYNA, or equivalent)
• Data analysis skills in a scripting language (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent)
• Experience in test development, execution, and analysis
• Experience in material characterization and modeling
• Knowledge of battery cell mechanics
• Some experience in solving multi-physics models in mechanical engineering discipline is preferred. Any experience in structural mechanics modeling on lithium-ion cells is a strong plus
• Strong communication skills and preference for working in teams

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.