Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, Tesla Bot

Tesla is developing humanoid robots (Optimus/Tesla Bot) to revolutionize automation in manufacturing and material handling.
$80,000 - $174,000
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Entry-Level Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
Robotics · AI · Automotive

Description For Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, Tesla Bot

Tesla is pioneering the development of humanoid robots with their Optimus/Tesla Bot project, aimed at transforming manufacturing and material handling automation. As a Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, you'll join the Robotic Hardware Validation team to play a crucial role in testing and validating the Tesla Bot. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics technology while collaborating with senior engineers and providing direct input to leadership.

The role combines mechanical engineering expertise with robotics validation, requiring skills in CAD modeling, test methodology development, and data analysis. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive tests at both sub-system and component levels, ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of Tesla's humanoid robot.

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, medical benefits with zero payroll deduction, 401(k) with employer match, and stock purchase options. The company's location in Palo Alto puts you at the heart of Silicon Valley's innovation hub, working alongside leading experts in robotics and AI.

This position is perfect for someone with a strong mechanical engineering background who's passionate about robotics and wants to contribute to groundbreaking technology development. You'll have the opportunity to work on complex technical challenges while developing your career at one of the world's most innovative companies. The role offers hands-on experience with advanced robotics systems and the chance to shape the future of automation technology.

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Responsibilities For Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, Tesla Bot

  • Develop, design and build new electromechanical test setups
  • Apply first-principles thinking to identify risks and failure modes
  • Execute reliable test data collection and analyze data
  • Contribute to validation processes improvement
  • Document test procedures, results, and analyses

Requirements For Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, Tesla Bot

Python
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience in designing/testing electromechanical and robotic systems
  • Strong modeling skills in CAD, preferably CATIA
  • Ability to use Python or MATLAB for test data interpretation
  • Experience with electrical sensors and actuators
  • Familiarity with robotic systems concepts
  • Proven ability to articulate technical concepts

Benefits For Mechanical Hardware Validation Engineer, Tesla Bot

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • 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
  • 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
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts

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