Tesla · 4 months ago
Mechanical Test Engineer, Low Voltage Electronics, Semi
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$80K/yr - $174K/yr
1+ years expTesla is a leading company in sustainable energy solutions, seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to ensure their low voltage hardware meets high standards. The role involves mechanical testing, designing test fixtures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to refine innovative products throughout their lifecycle.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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)
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
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Chief Financial Officer
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