What To Expect
We seek a highly motivated hands-on Mechanical Engineer for a position in the Manufacturing Test Engineering group as part of the “machine that builds the machine”. The group is focused on creating robust, beautiful, data-centric production testing equipment for Tesla’s power electronic components in vehicle, stationary storage, humanoid robot and charging products.
The ideal candidates take pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention todetail, and appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. The candidates look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job, excited to share the knowledge and mentor Engineers, and do not shy away from tremendous levels of responsibility.
What You'll Do
Architect automated test equipment, produce detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, and verify designs using structural and thermal FEA and CFDConceptual equipment development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limitsIdentify opportunities and implement performance, robustness, ease of assembly improvementsAnalyze system constraints and propose innovative solutionsSupport building, debugging, validation and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to productionConduct detailed testing and validation of installed machinery to ensure robustness and qualityPerform on-site and off-site acceptance testing (SAT/FAT) of test equipment
What You'll Bring
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience4+ years of experience as Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation Engineer with focus in automation, machine design, robotics, and product development Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to productionKnowledge in solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, everyday machining, and fabrication processesExposure to sensors, microcontrollers, robots, relaysStrong teamwork skills with a proven ability to interact and collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplinesVersed in SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD/CAE softwareExperience on student engineering teams and organizations such as BAJA or Formula SAE, or similar, is a plusWillingness to travel domestically and internationally
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
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) 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
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