Tesla
Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. In the Abuse Testing & Engineering group, we push battery systems to their limits and beyond using specialized equipment to apply electrical, mechanical, and thermal stresses. Our goal is to provide rapid feedback to inform designs early in development, by understanding how robust systems perform under abusive conditions. We accommodate external regulations but have a strong focus on internal requirements and testing to failure. Every Tesla battery product comes through our lab, both vehicles and energy storage. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting.
Run experiments and better understand the abuse tolerance of battery components and systems. Use this understanding to assess hazards and collaborate in the development of hardware across a broad product line.
What You’ll Do
Create experiments to push battery systems to their limits
Study the properties of different types of failures
Root cause and recreate extreme/abusive conditions
Collaborate in the design and manufacturing of future products
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or sciences, preferably Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
Solid thermal and mechanical foundation, general electrical foundation
Some CAD experience
Measurement equipment experience (DAQs, sensors, etc.)
Experimental design
Basic Statistics experience
Automotive / grid scale energy components or systems experience
Experience with machining practices (Mill, lathe, CNC, etc.)
Experience with component manufacturing for large scale products
Experience designing and releasing parts
Experience with Matlab and python