Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Design Engineer - Connectivity

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

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

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience is required.
At least 2 years of experience in mechanical design is required.
Experience developing wireless or antenna components is required.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software for 3D modeling and drafting is required; CATIA and 3DX are preferred.
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools is required; ANSYS is preferred.
Experience taking designs from initial concept through mass production is required.
Basic understanding of electrical and thermal design fundamentals is required, along with familiarity with printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), electronics packaging, radio frequencies, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Ability to perform first-principles analysis covering physics, stress-strain, thermal, tolerance, cost, and mass optimization is required.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams is required.

Responsibilities

Work closely with antenna, wireless, and low-voltage architecture teams to enable effective packaging and implementation.
Optimize component positions in the vehicle while considering antenna performance, thermal requirements, grounding, volume, mass, assembly, and other design factors.
Participate in prototype builds, component fabrication, testing, and validation.
Own the design of mechanical components for connectivity modules, including printed circuit board assembly outlines, connector selection, antennas, heat sinks, shield cans, radio-frequency components, and injection-molded enclosures.
Conduct mechanical design analyses, including structural, tolerance, finite element analysis, and design for assembly.
Generate detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and mechanical design documentation using 3DX; collaborate with cross-functional teams to take designs from prototype through production and deployment.
Support development of engineering and reliability test plans, analyze test data, troubleshoot design issues, communicate with suppliers about design for manufacturing feedback, and support tooling and assembly bring-up.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with CATIA or 3DX for computer-aided design, 3D modeling, and drafting is preferred.
Familiarity with ANSYS for finite element analysis is preferred.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	PALO ALTO, California
Requisition ID	272477
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>Tesla is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer in the Autopilot and Electronics Product Design team to work on connectivity modules (GNSS, Cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.). Vehicle autonomy and new connectivity standards require new mechanical solutions. Tesla is a unique place for a mechanical engineer to own mechanical designs from first principles to mass production. Looking for various experience levels - Senior, Staff etc. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Work closely with Antenna, Wireless and LV architecture teams to enable best packaging and implementation
Optimize position in the vehicle while considering antenna performances, thermal, grounding, volume, mass, assembly and more 
Participate in prototype builds, component fabrication, testing and validation efforts
Own the design of all mechanical components of the connectivity modules such as PCBA outline, connector selection, Antenna, Heatsinks, Shield-cans, RF components and injection molded enclosures
Conduct mechanical design analysis including structural, tolerance, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and design for assembly 
Generate detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and documentation of mechanical designs using 3DX and collaborate with other cross-functional teams to take designs from prototype through production and deployment 
Support development of engineering and reliability test plans, test data analysis, and troubleshooting of design issues and communicate with suppliers regarding DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback and support tooling and assembly bring up

Job Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical design 
Experience in the development of Wireless/Antenna components 
Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA/3DX preferred) for 3D modeling and drafting 
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred) 
Experience taking designs from initial concept through to mass production
Basic understanding of electrical and thermal design fundamentals. Familiarity with PCBA, electronics packaging, Radio-frequencies & EMC
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform first principles analysis to ensure a successful design (physics, stress-strain, thermal, tolerance, cost and mass optimization, etc.) 
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-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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