Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Diagnostics Engineer, Body Controls, Low Voltage Power & Communication
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $369K/yrTesla is seeking a Diagnostics Engineer to support body controls and low voltage power and communication across all their vehicles. This role will focus on CAN communication, power distribution, and provide diagnostic support for complex issues, while also developing tools and procedures for service technicians.
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Responsibilities
Subject matter expert and final point of escalation for technical issues in the field related to vehicle controllers, communication networks, and power distribution
Provide diagnostic support to North American service centers for complex issues and work with relevant hardware and software teams to identify root cause
Develop diagnostic techniques and procedures for service technicians and technical support teams
Create diagnostic software tools and automation scripts to assist service technicians in the diagnosis of vehicle issues, fully automating diagnosis where possible
Define on-board diagnostic methodologies and diagnostic alerts, including consideration for third-party shops, and work with the firmware development team to implement
Identify and propose product improvements to hardware and software development teams that will increase reliability, reduce service cost, and improve customer satisfaction
Create documentation on system design and theory of operation for new features to be referenced by global service teams during troubleshooting
Some occasional travel to visit service sites or factories is necessary
Availability for occasional off-hours calls and work
Qualification
Required
Degree in Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar, or equivalent experience considered
Strong technical background in diagnosing complex electrical systems with heavy software content and deployed in safety-critical applications
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Strong electrical fundamentals; experience working with and debugging electrical circuits
Experience working with complex, electromechanical systems with embedded software
Preferred
Experience in real time technical support or real-time diagnostics of a physical product
Basic experience in Python; ability to read or interpret C/C++
Experience with data acquisition, analysis, and processing tools, such as SQL
Prior experience in Formula SAE or experience working on personal cars
High proficiency in MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Experience with common communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
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
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