Lubrication CAE Engineer, Drive Systems
Description For Lubrication CAE Engineer, Drive Systems
Tesla's Drive System Engineering team is seeking a skilled Lubrication CAE Engineer to lead gearbox lubrication CAE initiatives. This role is crucial for developing and optimizing lubrication strategies that enhance oil life and gearbox durability in Tesla's electric vehicles.
The position combines advanced engineering expertise with practical application, focusing on lubrication simulation, modeling, and testing of critical drive system components. Working in Tesla's fast-paced, innovative environment, you'll collaborate with world-renowned engineers in a non-conventional automotive development setting that emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and technical innovation.
The role involves sophisticated CAE simulation work to predict lubrication performance, evaluate thermal profiles, and optimize system efficiency. You'll be responsible for conducting detailed analyses of oil dynamics under various operating conditions, exploring both passive and active lubrication options, and working closely with prototype testing teams to validate simulation models.
Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, stock awards, and extensive health coverage. The company's commitment to sustainable transportation and energy solutions makes this an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technological advancements in the automotive industry.
This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a deep understanding of lubrication systems and CAE modeling. You'll be part of Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy while working on cutting-edge drive system technology.
Responsibilities For Lubrication CAE Engineer, Drive Systems
- Gearbox lubrication CAE and analytical modeling for efficiency optimization
- Detailed gearbox oiling simulation
- Thermal profile determination of the gearbox components
- Oil level dynamic change analysis in various operating conditions
- Decide passive or active lubrication options
- Explore detailed gear mesh lubrication and bearing oil flow simulation
- Evaluate air-lubricant interaction
- Coordinate with prototype test to validate the CAE modeling
- Assist with lubrication team for lubrication improvement and lubricant development
Requirements For Lubrication CAE Engineer, Drive Systems
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Experienced with finite volume method CFD simulation, smoothed-particle hydrodynamics (SPH) simulation
- Experienced with multiphase CFD model creation, simulation strategy selection, post-processing and data analysis
- Experienced with Ansys, Altair or GT-Suite or PreonLab
- Experience with creating and executing design validation plan
- Working knowledge of gearbox lubrication strategy selection
- Working knowledge of gearbox/motor design and thermal management
Benefits For Lubrication CAE Engineer, Drive Systems
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
