November 19, 2024

Mechanical Test Engineer, Low Voltage Electronics, Semi

Mid • On-site

$80,000 - $174,000/yr

Palo Alto, CA

What to Expect

As a Mechanical Test Engineer, you will be the "critical but constructive" voice in the room.  Your work will ensure our low voltage hardware (including connectors, harnesses, controllers, computers, and sensors) meets stringent internal and industry standards.  You will help a dynamic and capable cross-functional team refine cutting-edge technological concepts into innovative, reliable, high-volume products.  You will focus on new products, but support the entire product lifecycle: from conceptualization, design, manufacturing, field support, to recycle. 

We take testing very seriously - our products operate in tough environments and must be dependable.  Our test team is a motley crew of tinkerers, oil changers, and smoke-releasing warranty-voiders who employ broad-based engineering skillsets to find - and fix - issues, but also have fun along the way.  

Help us accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy.

What You’ll Do
  • Perform mechanical testing, supporting Tesla's low voltage programs
  • Design, build, modify and automate test fixtures / equipment
  • Develop methods, tools, and software to accelerate lab output
  • Work with, train, and learn from our technician and engineering staff
  • Lead and participate in FMEA activities and test planning
  • Analyze failures, craft problem statements, and help fix issues discovered during testing and other activities
  • Communicate schedules and status to project managers, coordinate and plan strategic resources
  • Become a trusted expert whose opinion is sought after when difficult problems must be solved
  • Hands-on, scrappy, "the best part is no part" attitude
What You’ll Bring
  • Excellent mechanical first principles, basic (or higher) electrical and software skills - as demonstrated by awesome school & hobby projects such as; statics, stress analysis, materials, fluids, heat transfer, thermodynamics, measurement and instrumentation, linear circuits, digital troubleshooting, fatigue, failure analysis
  • Experience with lab and test equipment (thermal chambers/chillers, electrical tools, pneumatics/hydraulics, strain gauges, thermocouples, imaging, lathe, mill, etc.)
  • Basic working understanding of electronic hardware (analog / active / digital circuitry, power electronics including motor drives, and energy conversion)
  • Ability to create and interpret drawings and schematics with mechanical CAD software such as CATIA & Solidworks
  • Strong communicator of technical content, able to modulate between novice and expert audiences
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Engineering program (such as Mechanical, Mechatronic, Robotics, Aerospace) or equivalent experience
  • Experience: 1-2 years full-time or internship experience preferred.  Physical testing of mechanical, thermal, or electrical systems in an automotive, aerospace, automation, manufacturing, or robotics role.  Rigorous hobbies & projects will be considered.  
  • Bonus: statistics, automation, data processing, object-oriented-programming, Python, Electrical CAD software (such as Altium & Eagle)
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:

  • 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)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 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

    Expected Compensation

    $80,000 - $174,000/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.