Mechanical Design Engineer, Low Voltage Test

Company: Tesla, Inc.
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: April 3, 2025

Job Description:

Mechanical Design Engineer, Low Voltage TestJob Location: PALO ALTO, CaliforniaReq. ID: 239986Job Type: Part-timeWhat to Expect:We seek a highly motivated hands-on Engineer for a position in the Electronics Test and Automation Group, a team focused on creating robust testing equipment for our Dojo hardware components. This team concentrates on mechanical, electrical, and software test systems supporting our production lines around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team that emphasizes collaboration in our work and encourages each other to have fun while changing the world together.What You'll Do:

• Design high-level and detailed-level CAD models of test equipment
• Layout electrical/pneumatic schematics
• Host and attend design review meetings. Establish clear, concise test plans, and control test plan execution
• Support build, debug, validate, and fine-tune equipment for release to production
• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
• Able to define the most efficient plan for testing, focusing on test time reduction and simplicity to promptly release equipment
• Interact with various design, manufacturing, sustaining, and firmware teams throughout the project
• Establish great working relationships with vendors and manage their deliverables
• Continually design and implement improvements to released equipmentWhat You'll Bring:
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical/Mechatronics/Test Engineer
  • Proficiency with design process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems
  • Demonstrated excellence in a Manufacturing or Testing environment
  • Exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (pogo-pins, pressure transducers, temperature controllers, current meters, etc.)
  • Versed in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
  • Experience creating technical specifications for test equipment
  • Project Management experience is a plus
  • Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired
  • Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plusCompensation and Benefits:As a part-time Tesla employee, you will be eligible for:
    • 401(k) with employer match
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Sick and Vacation time
    • Tesla Babies program
    • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
    • Pet InsuranceExpected Compensation:$92,720 - $206,520/annual salary + benefits. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice.
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