Tesla · 2 months ago
Safety & Restraints Validation Engineer
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$93K/yr - $207K/yrTesla is a leading company in electric vehicles and sustainable energy solutions, and they are seeking a Safety & Restraints Validation Engineer. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing validation activities for airbags and seat belt systems across all Tesla vehicle platforms, while ensuring compliance with homologation requirements and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Creation and execution of validation plans (DVP&R and SVP&R) of vehicle occupant safety systems and components
Procurement of vehicle parts, fixtures and vehicle bodies necessary for the proper execution of the various validation phases
Design and coordinate the construction of fixtures for testing of airbag and/or seatbelt systems
Coordinate and support the validation of occupant safety products with Tesla and third-party testing groups
Analyze test results and identify adjustments required for either the restraint commodity or interfacing components, determining the most effective resolution
Ensure suppliers meet timing deadlines on validation deliverables
Oversee supplier component DVP and control system level testing to ensure desired performance is achieved prior to dynamic sled and vehicle testing
Support dynamic sled & vehicle crash tests and homologation submissions
Ensure failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA) are applied to restraint components
Analyze field reliability data of current programs to improve Interior Reliability through design/process/manufacturing changes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
Good understanding and experience in vehicle safety restraint systems and/or vehicle crashworthiness is desired
Engineering fundamentals and mechanical aptitude in problem-solving and conducting engineering analyses
Experience in component and system design verification plan creation and execution, as well as the utilization of DFMEA, DOE, 6Sigma, Failure Analysis and DVP&R tools
Ability to interact and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the different levels of system validation
Effective verbal and written skills to articulate technical issues with peers and suppliers
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and analysis of engineering issues and validation testing
Ability to multitask, with ability to be flexible regarding evolving priorities
Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite, CAD knowledge (Catia preferred)
Preferred
HyperWorks or X-Crash software knowledge
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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