Production Engineer, Lithium

Tesla's Gulf Coast Lithium Refinery isseekinga
highly motivated, detail-oriented Production Engineer to support the ramp-up
and long-term operation of our first-of-its-kind facility. In this role, you
will collaborate closely with Operations and Design teams to bring the ramp the
plant safely and efficiently, then transition into a run-plant engineering
position focused on driving stable, high-quality, and cost-effective
production.

This
is a rare opportunity to play a critical role in scaling a novel chemical
manufacturing process that supports Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's
transition to sustainable energy.

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Support production activities to deliver a safe, cost-effective,
schedule-aligned ramp to stable refinery operations

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Ensure all Management of Change (MOC) requirements are followed for
all change and improvement scopes

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Participate in pre-startup safety reviews and hazard studies

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Apply First-Principles Thinking to diagnose issues and develop
technical solutions

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Analyze, improve, andoptimizeoperational processes to
enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality

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Provide technical support to Production teams to resolve issues
and improve workflow

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Identifyandeliminateproductionbottlenecks,
defects, and quality deviations

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Support continuous improvement initiatives
tooptimizeprocesses and minimize waste

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Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with industry
standards, specifications, and safety requirements

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Evidence
of exceptional ability, with strong engineering fundamentals anddemonstratedproblem
solving capability

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3+ years in a chemical manufacturing environment. Experience
working with slurries, milling, and solids handling is strongly preferred;
exposure to hydrometallurgical systems is a plus

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Ability to effectively work and communicate cross-functionally,
including interfacing with project, engineering, quality, and
maintenance/reliability functions

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Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and advanced
process controls

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Proficiencywith operational data trending tools (e.g., PI
Vision, Aspen,Seeq)

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Proven ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple
priorities in a fast-paced environment; willingness to work extended hours when
needed

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Strong aptitude for rapidly learning and applyingnew
technologies

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Ability toidentifyissues, analyze root causes, and
implement corrective actions

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