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What To Expect Tesla’s Materials Engineering team is seeking a Polymer Materials Engineer with a strong focus on thermoplastics and melt flow simulation (e.g., Moldflow) to help accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of materials science and cutting-edge product development. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert on thermoplastic materials across Tesla’s operations, supporting material selection, development, validation, and process optimization. You’ll use a process-structure-properties approach to solve complex problems and lead projects from concept to implementation.
What You'll Do
Act as the subject matter expert for thermoplastics and melt flow simulations
Lead and support material selection and validation with cross-functional design and manufacturing teams
Perform and interpret melt flow simulations to optimize tool design and manufacturing processes
Develop and maintain material standards for new and existing materials
Investigate and resolve complex material-related issues through root-cause analysis
Lead 1-2 development projects focused on advancing materials innovation
What You'll Bring
A collaborative, open-minded attitude and a strong team player
Degree in Polymer Engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of hands-on R&D experience with thermoplastics
5+ years of experience using melt flow simulation software (e.g., Moldflow, Sigmasoft, Moldex3D)
Deep understanding of polymer science, polymers processing, and plastics product design
Proficiency with analytical tools such as FTIR, DSC, rheometry, and DMA
Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Experience in technical writing and developing material standards is a plus
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Benefits Compensation and 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
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.
, Tesla
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities
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