Tesla · 5 months ago
Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Seating
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$93K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expTesla is a leading automotive company known for its innovative approach to vehicle engineering. As a Seating Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of advanced seating systems, collaborating with a team to create solutions that prioritize safety, comfort, and functionality.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Conceptualize, design, and engineer seating system parts and products to meet safety, functionality, and comfort targets
Define problems, set targets, and develop product strategies through concept generation and evaluation
Balance and manage product attributes including aesthetics, cost, mass, schedule, and sustainability
Conduct validation and optimization using prototypes, physical testing, CAE simulations, and design reviews
Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and detailed designs with datum, fixation strategies, GD&T, and DFM considerations
Produce technical documentation for official communication and milestone management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of seating systems within vehicle architecture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design or related engineering fields
Demonstrated experience in design engineering with a focus on multidisciplinary engineering
Hands-on experience in building or prototyping physical products
Proficiency in hand-sketching as a form of engineering communication
Strong organizational skills for managing schedules and milestones
Evidence of exceptional ability in problem-solving and innovation
Preferred
Background in automotive engineering with seating experience preferred but not mandatory
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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