Tesla · 2 months ago
Field Reliability Engineer, Inverter
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$84K/yr - $222K/yrTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer focused on improving customer experience through innovative engineering solutions. The Field Reliability Engineer will analyze and resolve issues related to the Drive Unit Inverter, employing hands-on failure analysis and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability and quality.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive issue resolution from root cause analysis to countermeasure implementation on all electro-mechanical issues pertaining to the Drive Unit Inverter
Identify root cause by performing detailed hands-on failure analysis using a wide range of analytical tools and techniques including electrical debugging, X-Ray, microscopic inspection, cross sectioning, thermography, and functional testing
Design and conduct experiments on drive units to replicate failures observed in the field
Analyze and interpret field and diagnostic logs/data to identify commonality on trending issues
Monitor product field performance, identify trending issues and prioritize work based on severity, occurrence, and cost of each failure modes
Provide upfront feedback by participating in design reviews to ensure product performance, reliability, and manufacturability issues are identified and risks mitigated (DFMEAs)
Collaborate with appropriate engineers, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to drive resolution to the identified failure causes
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience
Prior applicable experience desired; preferably in a hands-on role such as Failure Analysis / Quality / Service in consumer electronics or automotive
Exceptional problem solving and Failure Analysis, strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Ability to use tools and business system applications to manage, synthesize, and interpret data
The successful candidate for this position must have a broad technical background with the ability to work with engineering, manufacturing, service, and suppliers across a wide variety of issues
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are an absolute requirement to establish effective working relationships within Tesla and outside
Preferred
Programming Languages & Tools: Python, Minitab, JMP or similar are a strong plus
For entry level candidates, Co-ops, or participation in student competitions such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE; Solar vehicle
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.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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