Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

SI Chip Thermal Engineer - SI Hardware

Hardware EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree or equivalent experience is required.
Strong engineering problem-solving skills, physics and fundamentals knowledge, and project management skills are required.
Deep understanding and knowledge of thermal fundamentals are required.
Strong experience performing thermal material characterizations is required.
Strong experience in thermal prototyping design, manufacturing, and hands-on assemblies is required.
Strong experience in IC package thermal characterization is required.
Strong experience working with internal and external cross-functional teams is required.

Responsibilities

Design and develop thermal solutions for advanced 2.5D, 3D, and 3.5D IC packages and systems to enable efficient, low-cost cooling.
Perform thermal analysis for high-power SI chips and drive thermal design and solutions at component and system levels.
Drive advanced thermal interface material development for package- and system-level applications, including robots, automotive, data centers, and data centers in space.
Design thermal test vehicles that mimic functional products and drive package- and system-level thermal characterization.
Collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors for effective project execution.
Assist with lab maintenance and operations, optimize test setups for efficiency, and explore innovative testing methodologies to support ongoing projects.

Category	Tesla SI
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	267638
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>The Tesla SI Hardware team is at the forefront of revolutionizing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge hardware innovation. Comprising brilliant engineers and visionaries, the team designs and develops advanced SI chips tailored to accelerate Tesla’s machine learning capabilities. Their work powers the neural networks behind Full Self-Driving (FSD), and Tesla humanoid robot, Optimus, pushing the boundaries of computational efficiency and performance. By creating custom silicon and optimized architectures, the team ensures Tesla remains a leader in SI-driven automotive and energy solutions, shaping a future where intelligent machines enhance human life. </p> <p>Tesla’s SI Hardware team is looking for a highly motivated IC Package Thermal Engineer who will be part of an IC packaging team responsible for delivering thermal solutions for Tesla’s SI chip programs. This role involves thermal simulation for IC package and system as well as driving thermal material characterizations, data analysis, and development of new thermal enabling technologies. A successful candidate will have a strong background in IC package and system thermal engineering and be able to thrive in a highly dynamic environment.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Design and develop innovative thermal solutions for advanced 2.5D/3D/3.5D IC packages and different systems to enable efficient cooling with low cost
Perform thermal analysis for high power SI chips and drive thermal design/solutions at component and system levels
Drive advanced thermal interface material development for package and system level applications including robot, automotive, data center and data center in space
Design thermal test vehicles to mimic functional products and drive package/system level thermal characterization
Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors closely for effective project execution
Assist in lab maintenance & operations, optimizing test setups for efficiency, and exploring innovative testing methodologies to support various ongoing projects

Job Requirements

Degree or equivalent experience
Excellent engineering problem solving skills with strong physics/fundamentals and excellent project management skills
Must have deep understanding and knowledge of thermal fundamentals
Strong experience performing thermal material characterizations
Strong experience in thermal prototyping design, manufacturing, and hands-on assemblies
Strong experience in IC package thermal characterization
Strong experience of working with internal and external x-functional teams

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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