Tesla · 11 hours ago
Internship, Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer, Energy Engineering (Summer 2026)
Palo Alto, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $50/hr
Start in 2026 SpringTesla is a leading company in the energy and automotive sectors, seeking an intern for their Power Electronics team. The role involves modeling and designing mechanical components and assemblies, as well as collaborating with various engineering teams to take designs from prototype through mass production.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Modeling and design of mechanical components and assemblies including plastics, sheet metal, heat sinks, insulation systems, magnetic components, high voltage connectors, fasteners, and other components
Mechanical design analysis including thermal, CFD, structural, design for assembly, and design for test
Solve electronics packaging issues including: electrical isolation, sealing, thermal management, interconnection, shock and vibration management, electromagnetic interference (EMI), RF communications. Develop engineering test plans for designs
Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies
Assist in engineering prototype builds and component fabrication
Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, digital control, manufacturing, industrial design, and test engineers to take designs from prototype through mass production
Qualification
Required
Pursing a degree in Engineering, Power Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Experience designing packaging for electronic assemblies including in-depth understanding of relevant component fabrication processes
Deep understanding of material science of components used in mechanical design (metals, insulators, plastics, connectors, gaskets, thermal interface materials, potting, etc.)
Proficiency using 3D mechanical design and analysis tools (CATIA, ANSYS Icepak, StarCCM)
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
Knowledge of GD&T, finite element analysis, and design for reliability concepts
Experience using CATIA V5 and/or V6
Experience with PLM systems, engineering changes, deviations, BOM structuring, etc
Working knowledge of Matlab, Python and ANYSYS
Experience with environmental, reliability, safety, and industry standard requirements for automotive, industrial & residential products
Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals
Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, diecast, etc
Familiarity with PCBAs and PCBA components
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 an option with a $0 payroll contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Medical Plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company Paid Basic Life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
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
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
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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
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