Tesla · 3 months ago
Sr. Mechanical Reliability Test Engineer, Energy Products
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $174K/yr
3+ years expTesla is a leading company in energy products, and they are seeking a Senior Reliability Test Engineer focusing on mechanical and thermal systems. This role involves designing reliability into Tesla Energy’s platforms, conducting physical tests, and developing automated test equipment to optimize product design for customer experience.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead test engineering activities for mechanical and thermal systems including: enclosures, busbars/conductors and thermal actuators (pumps, radiators, manifolds, etc.)
Design and execution of product and component level reliability testing including hands-on testing with real hardware
Design, build and implement next-gen hardware and software test systems to facilitate reliable design characterization and accelerated life testing
Determine energy product test strategies that optimize for product reliability, DFMEA-based risk mitigations, test team resources, and program schedules
Conduct test data and failure analysis, clearly communicate test results, and collaborate cross-functionally with design and reliability engineers
Train Technicians/Engineers to operate and troubleshoot test equipment
Comply with safety policies and regulations
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in hardware design validation, hardware testing & instrumentation and data acquisition systems
Experience designing and fabricating custom test platforms and fixtures to capture real-world product applications
Knowledge of general programming in scripting languages for test automation and data analysis / post-processing (Python preferred)
Experience specifying appropriate sensors for test instrumentation and utilizing data acquisition systems
Experience working safely with high voltage equipment (up to 1kV)
Experience using basic hand and power tools
Experience using CAD software for custom test fixture design
Proven ability to develop reliability tests including environmental, mechanical, and electrical stress testing is highly preferred
Preferred
Knowledge of general programming in scripting languages for test automation and data analysis / post-processing (Python preferred)
Proven ability to develop reliability tests including environmental, mechanical, and electrical stress testing is highly preferred
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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