We are looking for a highly motivated and hands-on Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Manufacturing Test Engineering team - part of the machine that builds the machine." This team designs and builds robust data-driven test systems for Teslas power electronics used in vehicles energy storage charging solutions and humanoid robots. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented organized and thrives in a fast-paced high-responsibility environment. They take pride in hands-on problem solving have strong analytical skills and are eager to learn and share knowledge. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support equipment development deployment and collaboration with global teams.This position plays a key role in shaping the quality and performance of Teslas core technologies and can be based in either Palo Alto CA Reno NV or Toronto ON.
Lead the mechanical design of automated test equipment including architecture definition detailed CAD modeling and pneumatic schematics. Verify designs through structural and thermal FEA CFD and tolerance stack-up analysisOwn the equipment design lifecycle roadmap and procurement strategy. Establish frameworks for design automation and standardization to accelerate the timeline from concept to buildAct as the primary liaison between Product Design Manufacturing Test and Manufacturing Engineering teamsGuide junior and senior engineers in evaluating machine architectures to ensure solutions are reliable manufacturable and optimizedSelect and integrate commercial components sensors servos actuators and conduct design reviews to ensure simplicity robustness and ease of assemblyOversee the building debugging validation and duplication of equipment ensuring a smooth transition to production 8 years of experience as MechanicalMechatronicsAutomation Engineer with focus in automation machine design robotics or product developmentKnowledgeable in solid mechanics pneumatics hydraulics dynamics material selection prototyping testing methods everyday machining and fabrication processesSolid understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T e.g. ASME Y14.5Exposure to a wide variety of test systems production machinery industrial sensors actuators and equipment pogo-pins pressure transducers temperature controllers current meters etc.Versed in SolidWorks PDM and Ansys or similar CADCAE softwareStrong presentation and communication skillsDegree in Mechanical Engineering Robotics Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
BenefitsAlong 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 401k 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 Compensation130400 - 234000annual salary cash and stock awards benefitsPay 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.