Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms
Description For Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms
Tesla, a pioneer in electric vehicles and sustainable energy, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Closures Mechanisms team in Fremont, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive technology, specifically focusing on the dynamic exterior systems of Tesla vehicles.
As a Closures Systems Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working alongside world-class designers and engineers throughout the entire product design cycle. From initial concept to final product launch, you'll be responsible for creating and implementing some of Tesla's most distinctive design features. The role demands a perfect blend of technical expertise and creative problem-solving abilities.
The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $92,720 to $256,200 annually, plus additional cash and stock awards. Tesla provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage with $0 payroll deduction options, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits.
This role is perfect for an experienced mechanical engineer with at least five years of industry experience who is passionate about revolutionary product design and innovation. You'll need strong proficiency in 3D modeling software and a deep understanding of manufacturing principles. The position offers the unique opportunity to directly impact the development of Tesla's innovative vehicle designs while working with cutting-edge technologies.
Working at Tesla means being part of a company that's reshaping the automotive industry and contributing to a sustainable future. The role combines technical challenges with creative design, making it an ideal position for someone who wants to push the boundaries of automotive engineering while working on products that are changing the world.
Responsibilities For Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms
- Serve as a member of the Vehicle Engineering Team to support automotive body and closure system development
- Conceptualize, design, engineer and launch Closures Systems components
- Achieve innovation-driven closure system targets for appearance, function, quality, cost and weight
- Establish system level architecture and functionality
- Participate in the iterative process with Tesla design and styling studio
- Support manufacturing processes and material selections
- Optimize designs with analytical and physical assessments
- Interpret/develop Tolerance Analysis, CAE, DFM, DFMEA, PFMEA simulations
- Manage and collaborate with key suppliers
Requirements For Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
- Minimum of five years industry experience in consumer product design
- Proficiency in 3D modeling utilizing CATIA V5/V6 or similar CAD software
- Knowledge of design for manufacturing principles
- Strong understanding of engineering principles
- Experience with cutting edge manufacturing technologies
- Expertise with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)
- Knowledge of specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&R's development
Benefits For Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms
- 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
