SEM Technician, Cell Engineering Job
Job Description Job Attributes+
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Job ID
224279
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Job Location
Palo Alto, CA, US
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Job Category
Engineering & Information Technology
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Career Area
Other
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Job Type
Full-time
We are looking for an Engineering Technician for a cross functional Cell Engineering team to perform SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) analysis and support battery materials R&D. Candidates should have experience working in a chemistry lab environment and operating SEM instrument. The primary responsibilities will be to prepare the analysis samples, operate SEM, keep an accurate record of the data, and help keep the lab safe and efficient.
- Operate SEM and provide the analysis results to the engineering team
- Prepare top-down and cross-section samples for microscopy
- Work with engineers from various teams to support material analysis using SEM, cross section, and other techniques as needed
- Document sample preparation process and analysis results in an organized and timely manner
- Keep the working area clean and well organized for a safe and efficient working environment
- Report on any issues related to the process and/or the lab and help find the solution
- 1+ years’ hands-on experience on SEM with diverse types of samples
- 1+ years’ experience in cross-section sample preparation by mechanical polishing and/or ion milling tools
- Knowledge on the principles and operation of SEM and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS)
- Experience working with hazardous chemicals
- Above average manual dexterity and visual acuity are required in order to perform delicate sample preparation and analysis
- Working knowledge of Windows and MS Office
- Good communication skills
- Experience in other chemical analysis instruments such as XRD, FTIR, TGA, and/or XRF is a plus, but not required
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$24.40 - $65.40/hour + 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.
