SiC Device Engineer

**What to Expect**

Tesla is working on delivering cutting-edge solutions for power electronics, automotive, industrial, and renewable energy systems. We are seeking a highly motivated Device Expert to advance our SiC (Silicon Carbide) die technology and drive next-generation power solutions.

**What You'll Do**

• Work cross functionally with design and reliability engineering team to design, optimize, and validate SiC-based power devices (e.g., MOSFETs, JFETs, diodes) for high voltage applications
• Understand epitaxial growth process development and characterization for SiC wafers, ensuring defect density, doping uniformity, and layer thickness precision
• Develop and execute device reliability testing protocols (e.g., TDDB, HCI, thermal cycling) to meet industry standards (AEC-Q, JEDEC)
• Collaborate with external process engineers to integrate SiC die into packaging solutions, ensuring performance in harsh environments
• Analyze device failure modes and provide root-cause resolution to improve yield and lifetime
• Work with manufacturers on component development and lead resolutions to achieve mass production
• Spearhead Root cause analysis and permanent countermeasures with the manufacturer, cross functional team of engineers, GSMs and QE with appropriate mitigation strategies
• Monitor the supplier’s yield very minutely and take appropriate actions to predict and resolve excursions
• Audit, assess and oversee equipment performance & monitor implemented process controls at several suppliers
• Assess Supplier’s PFMEA and manufacturing process controls and drive continuous improvement

**What You'll Bring**

• + 5+ years in SiC device development, with expertise in device design, epitaxial growth defects and resolutions, and testing for high-voltage power applications

+ Proven track record in device testing (e.g., I-V characteristics, switching performance, thermal analysis)

+ Deep understanding of SiC material properties, including defect engineering and bandgap behavior

• + Understanding TCAD tools (e.g., Sentaurus, COMSOL) for device simulation

+ Familiarity with SEM, TEM, AFM, and X-ray diffraction for material characterization

+ Knowledge of high-voltage testing equipment (e.g., pulsed I-V systems, insulation resistance testers)

+ Understands applications of Cpk, GR&Rs and process qualification methodologies

+ Experience with PPAP

**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

Expected Compensation

$108,000 - $240,000/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.

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.