Sr. Electrical Test Engineer, Optimus
Company: Tesla, Inc.
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: March 4, 2025
Job Description:
Tesla is at the forefront of creating large-scale humanoid
robots for revolutionizing automation in manufacturing and material
handling. As a valued member of our dedicated Optimus Test team,
we're seeking an exceptional Electrical Test Engineer to play a
crucial role in testing and validating the Optimus. Your
contributions will be pivotal in shaping our products throughout
their lifecycle and ensuring the success of the Optimus. In this
role, you'll design and set up tests to evaluate product
performance and reliability. We're looking for someone with strong
electrical skills, project management experience, and the ability
to take ownership for successful outcomes.The ideal candidate will
have a solid background in electrical and/or electronic
engineering, including low voltage and power distribution systems,
and an understanding of electromechanical or robotic systems.
You'll be exposed to various aspects of the Optimus, such as
controllers, sensors, actuators, battery and harnesses. Your
ability to create effective test plans and scripts is crucial,
along with understanding potential electrical failures and their
root causes. Adaptability and quick learning are essential, given
the evolving nature of the project. Collaboration with
cross-functional teams will be a key part of your role, requiring
strong technical and problem-solving skills to contribute to the
cutting-edge technology of the Optimus.Joining Tesla as an
Electrical Test Engineer presents an exciting opportunity to have a
significant impact in the field of robotics. You'll be part of a
groundbreaking project that's pushing the boundaries of innovation.
If you're passionate about robotics and ready to take on technical
challenges, we invite you to be part of our team and help shape the
future of automation with the Optimus.What You'll Do
- Identify risks and failure modes of novel products and product
designs by applying first principles thinking and scientific
methodologies. Based on this analysis, design and build electrical
test setups and develop adequate test methodologies.
- Own and drive hardware validation efforts of the electrical,
LV, and motor control systems of the Bot. Your job is to become a
product expert, figure out how it could fail and collaborate with
design partners to drive changes.
- Design and build custom test equipment such as test PCBAs,
harnesses and fixtures to make validation efficient, modular and
repeatable.
- Drive reliable collection of high-quality test data, analyze,
and interpret test results, present findings, and guide failure
analysis.What You'll Bring
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in electrical test, low voltage system
design, or development in robotic, automotive, aerospace, or
related industries.
- In-depth understanding of LV electronic components and motor
controllers and expertise in developing associated
characterization/validation testing methods.
- Knowledge of different sensors, what they do, and how to
interact with them.
- Experience with test automation and data analysis software
(e.g., LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, etc.) and data acquisition
methods.
- Embedded firmware/hardware experience and exposure or direct
experience with PCB design tools.
- Eagerness to engage in hands-on activities, comprehending
system interactions, and automating repetitive tasks.
- Proficiency in using standard lab equipment (power supplies,
electronic loads, oscilloscopes, DMM's, etc.). Familiarity in DFR,
DFM and EOL testing is a plus.
- Experience with microcontroller operation and interfaces, CAN,
and Ethernet-based communications would be a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and thorough understanding of
sophisticated electrical test setups.Compensation and
BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla
employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of
hire:
- 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.Expected
Compensation$80,000 - $174,000/annual salary + cash and stock
awards + benefitsPay 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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