Tesla · 1 month ago
Safety Restraints Design Engineer, Air Bag Systems
Fremont, California
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$93K/yr - $207K/yrTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking a Safety Restraints Design Engineer for Air Bag Systems. This role involves owning all aspects of airbag systems from inception to production release, ensuring integration, validation, and performance of restraint systems.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support restraint system integration work from design concept to vehicle validation. Provide engineering expertise to supplier and internal interfacing departments Studio and Vehicle Engineering, working particularly close to the CAE team to provide necessary design inputs to optimize the design and occupant restraint performance
CAD knowledge (CATIA preferred) to package components accordingly, provide robust and efficient designs for manufacturing and general assembly processes. The candidate should be able to optimize for cost, weight and commercial targets
Basic program management skills to ensure suppliers meet timing, quality, cost and validation deliverables. Function as the main interaction point of contact for all supplier interfaces. Ability to deliver results under restrictive schedule and limited resources
Ensure failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA) are applied to restraint components
Oversee supplier component DVP and control system level testing to ensure desired performance is achieved prior to dynamic sled and vehicle testing
Able to analyze test results and identify adjustments required to either the restraint commodity or interfacing components, determining most effective resolution
Support dynamic sled & vehicle crash tests and homologation submissions
Knowledge of CAE analysis and restraint system integration and optimization
Qualification
Required
Support restraint system integration work from design concept to vehicle validation
Provide engineering expertise to supplier and internal interfacing departments
Basic program management skills to ensure suppliers meet timing, quality, cost and validation deliverables
Ensure failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA) are applied to restraint components
Oversee supplier component DVP and control system level testing to ensure desired performance is achieved prior to dynamic sled and vehicle testing
Able to analyze test results and identify adjustments required to either the restraint commodity or interfacing components
Support dynamic sled & vehicle crash tests and homologation submissions
Knowledge of CAE analysis and restraint system integration and optimization
Engineering fundamentals and mechanical aptitude in problem-solving
Effective verbal and written skills to articulate technical issues with peers and suppliers
Excellent organizational skills, self-starting and self-motivated
Demonstrated ability to multi-task on with ability to be flexible regarding evolving priorities
Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite
Preferred
Good understanding and experience in Vehicle Safety Restraint Systems and/or vehicle crashworthiness
CAD knowledge (CATIA preferred)
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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