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Tesla is looking for an experienced analytical chemist to join the quality control laboratory at Tesla's new Lithium Refinery in Corpus Christi, TX. This candidate will be a core member of an interdisciplinary materials and process development team that is focused on developing innovative technologies to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The candidate will be working in the analytical lab and leading the commissioning, operation, maintenance of analytical instruments, developing new testing methods and validation protocols.
What You’ll Do
- Perform a variety of routine analytical testing including ICP (OES or MS), LC, IC, or FT-IR, XRF, metallographs, Instron mechanical test systems, GCMS, Particle Size Analyzers, Automatic Titrators, etc.
- Facilitate work in the laboratory in accordance with good laboratory practices.
- Research, develop and validate new analytical methods for a variety of applications and instrumental techniques.
- Develop and implement new standard operating procedures and provide training to team members.
- Act as site Chemical Hygiene Officer.
- Interpret test data and generate test reports.
- Support and perform other analytical test(s) as required.
- Ongoing LIMS integration and management support
- Conduct failure analysis investigations and drive to achieve accurate results as quickly as possible
- Responsible for the care of chemical inventory and analytical equipment, including daily maintenance, initial troubleshooting, working with service engineers, maintaining databases, logs, and lab supplies. Lab maintenance and common chemical waste handling
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related fields
- 10+ years practical working experience with chemical analysis
- 10+ years of experience in relevant laboratory or quality operations positions
- Hands-on research experience in disciplines related to metallurgy, inorganic chemistry organometallic chemistry or materials science is a plus
- Experience of new analytical instrumentation commissioning is a plus
- Must be able to demonstrate meticulous organizational and data management skills
- Must have a strong sense of safety and detailed-oriented, able to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environments
- Experience with and knowledge of OSHA laboratory regulations and requirements
- Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
- Ability to quickly learn Tesla in-house chemical analysis methods and operation of equipment, willingness and adaptability to develop new methods
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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
