Manager, Battery Cell Supplier Industrialization Engineer

Tesla Motors, Inc.
112,000 - 246,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Palo Alto
Jun 25, 2026
What to Expect Tesla's Supplier Industrialization team is responsible for process development and qualification activities at suppliers. This role will lead a team of cell SIE responsible to develop, qualify, scale up and optimize manufacturing and quality system for battery cell manufacturing. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla, taking new battery cell designs from initial concept through into full production. The battery cell is a critical component in Tesla vehicles and storage systems. This role will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to our products. The work environment is demanding, fast-paced and incredibly exciting. The ideal candidate should be ready to push their limits, as they join in highly motivated and capable team to make unbelievable things into reality. What You'll Do Own the end-to-end battery cell manufacturing process development & design for manufacturability - from upstream electrode mixing to downstream finished-cell testing and shipment - ensuring supplier readiness, process rigor, and mass-production quality at scale Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Supplier Industrialization Engineers (SIEs) responsible for manufacturing readiness, process qualification, and production ramp execution at supplier sites Collaborate with supplier and Tesla cell design teams to ensure new cell architectures are viable for mass production Partner with suppliers on process development & controls, identifying and eliminating risks before they reach volume production Guide suppliers on process DOE, establishing optimal process parameters to meet design & quality standards Drive team for structured failure analysis and corrective action processes for inline escapes, OQC findings, cell performance deviations, and IQC failures at Tesla Drive cell process change risk evaluation & validation with respect to cell reliability and performance before implementation to production What You'll Bring Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Material Science Engineering discipline and 5+ years of experience in cell manufacturing (Pouch/Prismatic/Can type cells), or equivalent experience Deep hands-on experience in developing cutting edge battery cell manufacturing process - Mixing, Coating, Calendaring, Slitting, Tab Forming, Winding/Stacking, Assembly & Formation At least 3 years' experience in a people management role & proven track record to build and lead a strong team Working knowledge of cell design & performance requirements and relationship to cell manufacturing process Strong command of quality systems, statistical process control, and root cause analysis (8D, PFMEA fishbone) Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence supplier organizations at a senior level Demonstrate take-charge attitude, be able to work independently & set the team's priorities based on competing and urgent needs Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment where decisions directly impact vehicle safety and performance Ability to travel at short notice, domestic & international up to 25% 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 Expected Compensation $112,000 - $246,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits 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.