Tesla · 1 month ago
Failure Analysis Engineer, Energy Products
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$116K/yr - $174K/yrTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, and they are seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join their Energy Products team. The engineer will be responsible for determining root causes of failures in Tesla's Energy products and implementing solutions to improve product quality and reliability.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive issue resolution from root cause analysis to countermeasure implementation on electromechanical and thermal systems hardware failures from Tesla’s Energy Products
Investigate system assemblies, modules, and components to identify root cause of failure in Tesla’s Energy products
Design and conduct fault replication testing and experiments on electromechanical components such as motors, actuators, pumps, etc
Collaborate with appropriate engineers, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to drive resolution to the identified failure causes
Provide input to design and manufacturing teams to improve design and production yield
Support design reviews and DFMEAs based on prior failure experience
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or equivalent, or equivalent experience
Strong demonstrable experience in electromechanical hardware applications for energy storage/automotive applications
Mechanical Design experience of thermal systems is a strong plus
Strong demonstrable hands-on experience in lab settings, including designing, assembling, and executing tests for system-level hardware issues
Experience with fabrication, assembly, and basic instrumentation is desirable
Extremely proficient at interpreting system diagrams and wiring schematics
Familiarity with pressure/leak testing, CAN communication software (PCAN Explorer/CANape), and accelerated life testing
Familiarity with or willingness to learn the different failure analysis techniques including 2D and 3D X-Ray, Cross Sectioning, FTIR, DSC, SEM, and FLIR Thermography
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
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
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Chief Financial Officer
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