Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronic Accessories
Description For Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronic Accessories
Tesla is seeking a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Autopilot and Electronics Product Design team, focusing on Tesla Bot development. This role combines mechanical engineering expertise with cutting-edge robotics, working on electronic modules that enable compute and connectivity features. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to revolutionary robotics technology while working at one of the world's most innovative companies.
The role demands a blend of technical expertise in mechanical design, including experience with various manufacturing processes like injection molding, sheet metal stamping, and casting. You'll be responsible for leading mechanical system design, from concept to mass production, utilizing advanced tools like FEA and ANSYS for analysis and optimization.
Working at Tesla means being part of a mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The company offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, equity opportunities, and extensive health coverage. The position is based in Palo Alto, allowing you to work directly with cutting-edge technology and brilliant minds in the field.
This role is perfect for someone who combines strong technical skills with creative problem-solving abilities and has a passion for innovative electro-mechanical design. You'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation robotics technology while working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities For Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronic Accessories
- Work with cross-functional teams to define product requirements
- Participate in prototype builds, testing and validation
- Develop designs in CAD for parts and assemblies
- Perform tolerance analysis and Finite Element Analysis
- Create 2D drawings for production and inspection
- Conduct Design for Manufacturing reviews with suppliers
- Optimize components for performance, size, mass, and assembly
- Support engineering and reliability test plans
Requirements For Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronic Accessories
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of plastic injection molded, sheet metal stamping and cast parts design
- Experience in drafting 2D drawings with GD&T
- Experience in MATLAB, Python, or other modeling tools
- Proficiency in data visualization and statistical analysis
- Experience with FEA, ANSYS preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience taking designs from initial concept through mass production
Benefits For Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Electronic Accessories
- Medical Insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options
- HSA with company contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
- LGBTQ+ care services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
