Manufacturing Contamination Engineer, Cell Engineering

Position: Staff Manufacturing Contamination Engineer, Cell Engineering
What to Expect

Lead the development and execution of an enterprise-wide technical cleanliness and contamination control program across advanced manufacturing operations. Define standards, drive risk reduction, and partner cross-functionally from supplier inputs through production to field performance. Act as the primary technical authority and program leader bridging Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, Maintenance, Materials, and Design Engineering.

What You'll Do

* Lead enterprise-level contamination control strategy, risk assessment, and risk-reduction initiatives across all factories

* Establish cleanliness standards, KPIs, processes, and OCAPs from mixing through finished product performance

* Partner with Manufacturing, Facilities, Maintenance, and Quality teams to integrate contamination controls into equipment, tooling, and daily operations

* Drive root cause analysis, defect investigation, DOEs, and data-driven improvements for cleanliness-related issues

* Develop and mentor Cleanliness Operators, inspection teams, and cross-functional staff to build contamination control capability and culture

* Influence supplier requirements, design intent, and continuous improvement across successive product and facility iterations

What You'll Bring

* Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

* 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, quality, or technical research, with experience in lithium-ion battery cells strongly preferred

* Strong background in contamination control and technical cleanliness in high-reliability industries (lithium-ion cells, aerospace, medical devices, or semiconductors)

* Proven ability to lead large-scale, cross-functional initiatives and deliver measurable results

* Deep knowledge of quality and manufacturing standards (ISO, ASTM, AIAG, etc.)

* Excellent communication and influence skills across shop floor, engineering, and executive levels

* Structured problem solver with strong data-driven decision-making skills

* Willingness to travel up to 20%

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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Staff Manufacturing Contamination Engineer, Cell Engineering

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