Tesla · 3 months ago
Cameras Reliability Engineer, Semi
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$84K/yr - $222K/yr
2+ years expTesla is seeking a Reliability Engineer with a strong background in low voltage electronics to join their reliability team. This role involves designing reliability into camera modules, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and identifying risks while creating test plans to ensure product reliability.
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Responsibilities
Apply solid knowledge of reliability methods as well as low voltage electronics to design accelerated test plans for design validation and demonstration of reliability growth
Analyze field usage and environmental conditions to optimize requirement setting and test methods
Facilitate and lead design FMEA sessions to assess product risks, deep dive into the governing physics of failure for camera modules, determine validation test plans and drive reliable design choices
Work with design, test, manufacturing quality, supplier quality, and service engineering to identify root causes and drive resolution for failures originating in testing and in the field
Generate process validation test plans to implement at suppliers, and drive root cause corrective action with suppliers to resolve production process issues
Provide reliability design guidelines and apply reliability lessons learned to enable continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Systems Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience working on low voltage electronic assemblies, such as cameras, sensors, or low-voltage electronics in automotive or related high-reliability applications
Proficiency in understanding the intricacies and failure modes of low voltage systems and thermal and mechanical components within electric vehicles
Strong experience in thermal and mechanical design with a solid understanding of heat transfer, structural integrity, 3D modeling, assembly drawings, and component layouts, with a focus on identifying and mitigating reliability risks
Understanding of highly accelerated testing methods and governing equations for different types of acceleration models
Working knowledge of applied statistics, and experience with statistical software such as JMP
Familiarity with Reliability software such as ReliaSoft Synthesis Platform, including Weibull++
Experience with failure analysis techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM, EDX, CT, CSAM, FTIR, X-ray, and cross-sectioning
Self-driven and focused individual with a proven ability to manage parallel tasks effectively, with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances
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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