Materials Engineer, Data Center Manufacturing

Materials Engineer, Data Center Manufacturing Tesla Motors, Inc. paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, Texas, Brookshire May 11, 2026
What to Expect
The Data Manufacuring Quality Team at Tesla is seeking a Materials Engineer with a strong background in material testing, analytical methods, and problem-solving methodologies. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to resolve challenges, improve manufacturability, and implement strategies for continuous improvement. What You'll Do
Collaborate with design, production, reliability, and quality engineering to address issues and improve processes
Lead projects from concept through validation to implementation, emphasizing quality
Sustain products through cost reduction and yield improvements
Use structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, 8D, and Ishikawa
Analyze data to identify trends and enhance quality and efficiency
Monitor and reduce process variation using SPC and MSA techniques
Develop and maintain FMEAs, Control Plans, and work instructions for quality testing What You'll Bring
Degree in Materials, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 4 year of experience in Quality, Process Design, Process Improvement or Operations
Strong expertise in material testing, including mechanical/structural, chemical and dimensional testing
Proficiency in analytical tools: Keyence, SEM-EDS, Instron, Rheometer, FTIR, XRF, and others is preferred
Knowledge of statistical tools such as JMP or Minitab for data analysis
Experience with root cause analysis, MSA studies and implementing data-driven solutions
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams Compensation and Benefits
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