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

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$91,600 - $234,000/annual salary + 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.

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