Process Development Engineer, Cell Dry Electrode
TeslaProcess Development Engineer, Cell Dry Electrode
TeslaLocation
Fremont, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/29/2026
Compensation
$91,600 - $195,600 a year
Job description
Tesla is looking for a Process Development Engineer to innovate and optimize manufacturing processes for its advanced dry battery program. This role involves working on the next-generation 4680 cell program, focusing on electrode manufacturing within a collaborative engineering team. The engineer will be responsible for the entire development lifecycle, from concept to high-volume production. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical components in Tesla's vehicles and energy storage systems.
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing engineering, or similar
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them towards process development
- Proven problem solver with experience in data driven root cause analysis
- Demonstrated capabilities in manufacturing process development for new and unique products
- Experience in areas such as roll-to-roll coating, calendering, roll compaction, lamination, dry powder processing, industrial chemical processing, battery manufacturing and characterization is highly desired
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize electrode manufacturing processes for newly introduced materials and electrode designs
- Develop and scale up innovative electrode manufacturing processes and equipment from concept validation to high-volume production
- Improve process capabilities through design of experiments and critical data analysis
- Characterize existing processes and establish controls for critical parameters
- Build process documentation to define the process for cross-functional teams
- Drive process commissioning on new equipment and manufacturing lines
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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