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Project Engineer, Cathode

Tesla

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/21/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202692.9% approval+1% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

Tesla is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join the Cathode Advanced Manufacturing Project team, focusing on the execution of major capital projects exceeding $100MM. This role is essential for the commercialization of innovative Cathode Active Material manufacturing processes, which are vital for enhancing battery performance. The Project Engineer will collaborate with various engineering disciplines to ensure successful project delivery from concept to production. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a technical background in chemical process manufacturing.

Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • 1-5 years of experience in engineering and/or project management within process industries
  • Demonstrated experience managing capital projects from concept to completion
  • Working knowledge of stage-gate project delivery processes and E/P/C project lifecycle
  • Ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Define and drive tasks to be performed by cross-functional design and supply teams
  • Work with various engineering teams to scope and drive designs for production equipment
  • Manage vendor relationships and lead factory/site acceptance testing for equipment
  • Coordinate internal and external engineering findings to optimize plant operations
  • Track budget, equipment orders, and change-order logs
  • Define project specifications and procure necessary materials for successful completion
  • Identify creative ways to overcome obstacles and meet project schedules

Benefits

  • Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Tesla Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

644

FY2026

Approval rate

92.9%

FY2026

LCA certified

1,444

FY2026

Entry-level share

2.1%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+1%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-60%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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