Thomas Warthen

Design and integrate mechanical interconnects for the batteries.

Machine parts to the micron for testing different depths and diameters for optimal function

Work with battery design team to machine parts and build fixtures for testing the functionality of above mentioned parts

Design and build, machine special fixtures to be able to machine above mentioned parts

Design and build safety systems for production machines.

Work with the battery design team one first generation 4680 Tesla battery

Set up Laser perforator to perform cutting of both cathode and anode electrodes

Started as a maintenance technician. Became an engineering technician in less than one year. Was promoted to master technician in 2 years. Was promoted to facilities and production assistant manger a year later.

There I started by changing lightbulbs and fixing plumbing issues to assist in experiments in food purification. Later, worked on dry battery electrode production, and the manufacturing of Ultracapacitors.

From that position I moved into the process development department where I became an Associate Engineer