Mechanical Engineer, Actuator Integration, Tesla Bot
Description For Mechanical Engineer, Actuator Integration, Tesla Bot
Tesla's actuator team is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge actuators for the Tesla Bot, a revolutionary humanoid bi-pedal robot project. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-performance electromechanical rotary and linear actuator systems that will power the future of robotics. As a Mechanical Engineer focusing on Actuator Integration, you'll join a collaborative team combining mechanical, electrical, and electromagnetic engineering expertise.
The position demands innovative thinking to create the world's most torque and force dense actuator systems. You'll work directly with electromagnetic motor design engineers, contributing to groundbreaking developments in robotics technology. The role involves hands-on work with prototypes, design optimization, and collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines.
Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary range ($80,000 - $204,000), and the chance to work on transformative technology. The company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and pushing technological boundaries makes this an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about shaping the future of robotics and automation.
Working at Tesla's facility in the San Francisco Bay Area, you'll be part of a team that's redefining what's possible in robotics and mechanical engineering. This role is perfect for someone with strong mechanical engineering background, hands-on experience with actuator systems, and a desire to work on revolutionary robotic technology that could change the way we think about automation and human-robot interaction.
Responsibilities For Mechanical Engineer, Actuator Integration, Tesla Bot
- Design and integration of rotary and linear speed reduction systems for high performance motion control actuator application
- Collaborate with electromagnetic motor design engineers to develop torque dense and efficient electromechanical actuator systems
- Evaluate new technologies and design improvements for power dense, efficient, low cost, and reliable electromechanical gear systems
- Design and build motor, gear, and actuator prototypes
- Basic fabrication, machining, wiring, general electronics, debugging
- Collaborate with supply chain, vendor, and manufacturing engineers
Requirements For Mechanical Engineer, Actuator Integration, Tesla Bot
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience with design of rotary and linear gear systems
- Experience in mechanical engineering in product design and manufacturing
- Experience with design and analysis of geared actuator systems
- Experience with thermal analysis and design for passive and active cooling
- Hands-on experience, previous project experience and/or internship preferred
- Familiarity with electric motor, electric drive, and motion control technologies
Benefits For Mechanical Engineer, Actuator Integration, Tesla Bot
- Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- 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
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