Tesla · 3 months ago
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Aerodynamic Prototypes, New Program Engineering
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$101K/yr - $243K/yr
5+ years expTesla is a company known for its innovative electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design, build, and test of aerodynamic prototypes. This role involves collaborating with the Aerodynamics Engineering team to optimize vehicle performance while mentoring team members and continuously improving processes.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design & create build plans for wind tunnel models that align with the aerodynamicists’ test plans & program deliverables
Execute build plans by designing, releasing & coordinating the build of test properties for wind tunnel & on-vehicle tests
Perform hand calculations & FEA to justify mechanical design decisions for models and ensure structural performance of physical asset
Work with engineers, suppliers, model makers & fabricators to create, assemble, instrument & test high fidelity wind tunnel models & physical mockups
Lead innovation efforts to develop & improve processes continuously
Mentor & support team members and interns through brainstorming sessions and technical design reviews
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with minimum of 5 years of equivalent experience in a product development environment
Demonstrated proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), ability to interpret CAE results and integrate recommendations into product designs
Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workloads, and meet tight delivery timelines. Create schedules and report to leadership how the early design decisions track to critical program level milestones
Proficiency in CAD (Computer Aided Design) software using parametric elements and knowledge-based engineering tools
Detail-oriented personality with effective documentation and reporting
Excellent communicator, resourceful, and mindful of time management
Must be proactive in improving processes & driving projects, examples of this should be provided
Familiarity with common aerodynamic measurement systems like pressure sensing & load cell hardware
Must be willing to travel 10% of working days to support on track & tunnel testing
Preferred
Experience with track testing or wind tunnel testing, either at model or full scale preferred
Benefits
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)
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 (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
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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