Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Robotics Mechanical Design Engineer Intern

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Internship · Summer 2027Palo Alto, CA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field, with a graduation date between August 2027 and December 2027.
Demonstrate proficiency designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software; CATIA is preferred.
Have experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting tolerance stack-up analysis; geometric dimensioning and tolerancing is a bonus.
Have strong intuition for structural optimization supported by finite element analysis or hand calculations.
Have a good electrical foundation and knowledge of gearboxes, motors, inverters, and wire harness design.
Be able to prototype using fabrication, machining, and basic electronics and coding abilities.
Have exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery, and hobbyist electronics, including pogo pins, industrial sensors, programmable logic controllers, pneumatics, Raspberry Pi, and microcontrollers.
Have exposure to SolidWorks, Altium, Golang, and Python.

Responsibilities

Develop computer-aided design models for detailed parts and master model assemblies.
Perform tolerance analysis, finite element analysis, and other simulations and analyses before releasing designs for production.
Create 2D drawings appropriate for high-volume production and inspection methods.
Conduct design for manufacturing reviews with suppliers and support tooling bring-up.
Design automated fixtures and calibration equipment for advanced robotics products.
Own the mechanical design of test equipment from concept to deployment.
Create and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics.

Desired Qualifications

Programming skills in MATLAB/Simulink and/or Python are preferred.

Category	Tesla SI
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	288688
Type	Intern/Apprentice

Job Description

This position is expected to start around May 2027 and continue through the entire Summer term (ending approximately September 2027 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, Full - Time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships. International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year. The Internship Recruiting Team is driven by the passion to recognize and develop emerging talent. Our year-round program places the best students in positions where they will grow technically, professionally, and personally through their experience working closely with their Manager, Mentor, and team. We are dedicated to providing an experience that allows the intern to experience life at Tesla by including them in projects that are critical to their team’s success.

Job Responsibilities

Develop designs in CAD for both detailed parts and master model assemblies
Perform tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and other simulations and analyses before releasing designs for production
Create 2D drawings appropriate for high-volume production and inspection methods
Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with suppliers and support tooling bring up
Design automated fixtures and calibration equipment for advanced robotics products
Own the mechanical design of test equipment from concept to deployment
Create, and interpret, electrical and pneumatic schematics

Job Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics or a related field with a a graduation date between August 2027 - December 2027
Proficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (CATIA preferred)
Experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting tolerance stack-up analysis (GD&T bonus)
Strong intuition for structural optimization supported by FEA/hand calculations
Good electrical foundation with knowledge about gearbox, motor, inverter, wire harness design
Programming skills in MATLAB/Simulink and/or Python are preferred
Ability to prototype using fabrication, machining, and basic electronics/coding abilities
Exposure to a wide variety of test systems, production machinery and hobbyist electronics (pogo-pins, industrial sensors, PLCs, pneumatics, Raspberry Pi, microcontrollers, etc.)
Exposure to SolidWorks, Altium, Golang and Python

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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