Mechanical Design Engineer, Electrical Distribution, Semi
Description For Mechanical Design Engineer, Electrical Distribution, Semi
Tesla's Electrical Hardware team is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their SEMI platform development team. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with electrical systems integration, focusing on harness design and related components. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric vehicle technology in a fast-paced environment.
The role involves tackling complex engineering challenges, pushing boundaries in mechanical packaging, electrical performance, and thermal management. Working alongside electrical, firmware, and manufacturing engineers, you'll contribute to developing world-class vehicle systems. The position requires strong creativity, engineering rigor, and first-principle reasoning.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for the entire design lifecycle, from concept to production. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling, prototyping, and optimization of wire harnesses for mass, volume, and routing efficiency. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
Tesla offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, stock awards, medical coverage with zero payroll deduction options, 401(k) matching, and various family-support benefits. The company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and pushing technological boundaries makes it an exciting workplace for engineers passionate about contributing to the future of transportation.
Responsibilities For Mechanical Design Engineer, Electrical Distribution, Semi
- Mechanical designs from concept to production including prototyping, testing and validation
- Participate in the development of system mechanical architecture
- Investigate new technologies and manufacturing methods
- Perform 3D modeling of components and assemblies
- Drive design development on wire harnesses and lead electrical/physical integration
- Design to reduce mass and volume/space and optimize wire bundle routing
- Work with Suppliers for Design-for-Manufacturability
- Support prototype builds with quick-turn parts
- Work with Reliability team for proper testing
Requirements For Mechanical Design Engineer, Electrical Distribution, Semi
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 2+ years of proven Mechanical Engineering excellence
- Design-for-Manufacturability, including Automation
- Experience launching electrical/mechanical products from concept to manufacturing
- Experience in high volume manufacturing processes
- Occasional travel is expected
Benefits For Mechanical Design Engineer, Electrical Distribution, Semi
- 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
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
