Tesla · 1 month ago
Mechatronics Engineer, Seat Belt
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$93K/yr - $207K/yrTesla is at the forefront of designing and delivering the most advanced crash safety systems in the industry. As a safety & restraints design engineer, you will take ownership of a full seat belt system to enhance safety standards in the automotive industry. This role combines mechanical, electrical, and software elements to innovate and optimize seat belt systems for the future.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Design and integrate a belt system using knowledge of first principles, DFM/DFA, dimensional stack up, and other skillsets to ensure seamless part integration and performance
Predict belt performance using belt routing simulation software and collaborate with CAE teams to optimize designs early
Validate the system through dynamic driving, crash testing, and static deployment tests
Develop algorithms using machine learning and computer vision to make next level safety systems
Collaborate with suppliers to develop innovative new electromechanical safety systems
Manage and direct tier-1 suppliers for development and meeting program milestones
Prove out new design concepts by designing and fabricating custom vehicle integrated prototypes
Thoroughly document procedures and results to ensure traceability and promote knowledge sharing among team members
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Proficiency in fabrication of engineering prototypes/mockups using power tools, 3D printing, and microcontrollers (Arduino / Raspberry Pi / etc.)
Proficiency in Python, C/C++, MATLAB, Git, and CAD (CATIA preferred)
Preferred
Experience with communications protocols like I2C, CAN, etc
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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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
Recent News
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