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Sr. Technical Sales Engineer, Photovoltaic Cells & Modules, Tesla Energy Tesla Motors, Inc. 117680 - 276000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Fremont Oct 22, 2026

What to Expect

Our Technical Sales Engineers are deeply embedded in commercializing Tesla's advanced PV cell technology by partnering with module manufacturers and end customers to drive the adoption of our cutting-edge solar solutions. This role bridges our world-class PV cell engineering team with the global market, leading technical sales cycles for cell supply agreements and supporting downstream module sales to utility-scale developers and IPPs. You will translate complex cell-level innovations into compelling value propositions that accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. What You'll Do

Partnering with PV cell development and process engineers to build expertise in Tesla's cell technology roadmap, performance data, and reliability results, then translating market feedback into actionable engineering priorities

Leading technical pre-sales processes with module manufacturers, including deep-dive presentations on cell technology advantages, process compatibility, cell to module performance, and reliability validation

Managing full technical sales cycles for cell supply agreements, coordinating sample qualification, pilot runs, third-party testing, acceptance criteria, and long-term contracts

Supporting commercial teams in securing module offtake with IPPs and developers by providing technical proposals, RFP responses, performance modeling, and energy yield analysis using PVSyst and similar tools

Articulating differentiated value propositions to customers, including efficiency gains, LCOE improvements, bankability factors, and long-term performance advantages

Monitoring PV technology trends, competitive dynamics, and market shifts to provide strategic insights to leadership on positioning and opportunities

Representing Tesla at industry conferences and trade shows to build relationships and expand our professional network across the global solar industry

Collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, Legal, and Finance teams to align on customer requirements and drive business outcomes

Traveling domestically/internationally 20-30% for customer visits, factory audits, project sites, and industry events What You'll Bring

Minimum of 5 years of experience in solar PV industry combining technical expertise in PV cell or module technology with commercial/sales responsibilities

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, related technical field, or equivalent in experience

Demonstrated experience in PV cell technology, module design, or manufacturing processes including design, characterization, process integration, reliability, or applications engineering

Proven track record in technical sales, business development, or pre-sales engineering selling to module manufacturers, developers, IPPs, or EPCs

Knowledge of cell-to-module integration, PV system performance modeling, energy yield analysis, LCOE drivers, and industry certifications (IEC 61215/61730, UL standards)

Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to engage both technical and executive audiences

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail

Self-starter comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high ownership mentality

Direct experience in PV cell manufacturing or R D environment

Familiarity with advanced cell technologies including TOPCon, HJT, back-contact, IBC, or perovskite-silicon tandem

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

Earned Wage Access:

Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation

$117,680 - $276,000/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. Notify me of jobs like this