Tesla · 2 months ago
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Geartrain, Drive Systems
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$106K/yr - $207K/yrTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Drive Systems Engineering Team. This role involves designing and launching geartrain components for Tesla vehicles, focusing on performance, cost, and manufacturability.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop concepts for geartrain related components to minimize part count, cost, and complexity in the drive unit
Design and analysis of geartrain components including rotating shafts, gears, differentials, torque split devices, couplings, and clutches
Design, coordinate, and execute system level and component level tests for performance, durability, reliability, and variability
Risk assessment, root cause analysis and problem resolution for failures of geartrain components in validation tests
Provide technical guidance to cross functional teams (manufacturing, production, quality, supply chain and service) through entire development and life cycle of drive unit products
Work with Suppliers to drive process improvements and product excellence for high volume contract manufacturing
Work with world class experts in Firmware, Design, and Test Engineering to develop and bring innovative technologies to mass production
CAE analysis for geartrain components and sub-systems (static, modal, fatigue, topology optimization)
2D and 3D modeling utilizing CAD software
Mentor entry-level Engineers and Interns in the team
Qualification
Required
Experience in rotating machinery design, analysis, tests and failure analysis
Understanding of bearings, gears and gearbox lubrication
Experience with differentials, actuators, clutches, axle disconnect systems or multi-speed transmissions
Deep understanding of ANSI Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing application to part drawings and function
Expert in 3D modeling within a product development environment. CATIA preferred
Experience in CAE analysis software package like Ansys, Abaqus, Hyperworks and Romax
Experience of launching automotive designs from concept through release and production or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
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.
Founded in 2003
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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