Sr. Cell Thermal Modeling Engineer - Palo Alto [265073]

$112,000 - $228,000 yearly

Job Description

Tesla is seeking a world-class simulation engineer with a strong background in thermal modeling to play a critical role in the development of Tesla’s next-generation energy products. The Cell Thermal Modeling team directly supports in-house and vendor cell programs on cell testing and improving confidence in vehicle-level performance predictions for critical program milestones.

In this role, you will work to enable novel development efforts, inform thermal considerations during the initial cell design phase, and solve complex ad-hoc engineering requests. You will apply your expertise to drive design innovation, optimize performance, and champion a first-principles approach to modeling.

The Role

  • Advanced Model Development: Create and refine cell thermal models to support both vendor programs and in-house cell initiatives
  • Physics-Based Parameterization: Lead the transition from high-dimensional fitting efforts toward targeted component property measurements to maximize predictive capabilities
  • Methodology Innovation: Develop novel methods for handling complex thermal phenomena, such as heat generation in non-ideal cell chemistries and techniques for validation
  • Design Influence: Engage directly with design teams to support early feasibility and/or value-proposition studies for critical design changes
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide guidance to design and manufacturing teams based on modeling results to inform thermal considerations as part of the cell design
  • Validation & Automation: Process thermal characterization test data to validate models and develop code (Python/MATLAB) to automate validation and simulation workflows
  • System Analysis: Perform advanced coupled multi-physics simulations to evaluate and enhance sub-systems and full vehicle performance, specifically improving confidence in vehicle-level performance predictions
Anthony Antonucci

Qualifications

Relevant experience in Engineering & Information Technology; strong problem-solving skills; commitment to Tesla mission.

Immediate Fill

No