Tesla · 4 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer, Soft Trim
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $196K/yrTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for their Studio Trim Design team. The role involves the development and optimization of soft trim components, managing component data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure integration within vehicle architecture.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Conceptualize, design, engineer and build seating system parts for prototyping
Define problems, set targets, and develop product strategies through concept generation and evaluation
Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and detailed designs with datum, fixation strategies, GD&T, and DFM considerations
Manage seat trim component data including material type and compatibility, datum control, change traceability, and component numbering control, etc
Assists in costing and quoting activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of seating systems within vehicle architecture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in design engineering with a focus on multidisciplinary engineering, complex assemblies, first principles in design, prototyping, and production
Hands-on experience in building or prototyping physical products
Proficiency in hand-sketching as a form of engineering communication
Strong organizational skills for managing schedules and milestones
Evidence of exceptional ability in problem-solving and innovation
Strong technical communication
Deep understanding of Catia V5/V6
Experience in PLM systems
Preferred
Background in automotive engineering with seating experience preferred but not mandatory
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
Current Stage
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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