Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Design Engineer - Automated Test Equipment

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineer, focused on automation, machine design, robotics, and product development.
Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production.
Knowledge of solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, machining, and fabrication processes.
Understanding of sensors, microcontrollers, robots, and relays.
Proficiency with SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD/CAE software.
A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Architect automated test equipment; produce detailed CAD models and pneumatic diagrams; and verify designs using structural and thermal finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics.
Develop equipment concepts while balancing product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
Identify opportunities and implement improvements to performance, robustness, and ease of assembly.
Analyze system constraints and propose solutions.
Support equipment building, debugging, validation, and duplication, and fine-tune equipment for release to production.
Conduct detailed testing and validation of installed machinery to ensure robustness and quality.
Perform on-site and off-site acceptance testing of test equipment.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Palo Alto, California
Requisition ID	263496
Type	Full-time

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Manufacturing Test Engineering group as part of Tesla’s “machine that builds the machine.”Our team plays a critical role in defining the quality, reliability, and performance of Tesla’s core technologies. We design and deliver robust, data-centric test systems for power electronics used across Tesla Energy, Charging, and Vehicle platforms.The ideal candidate takes pride in hands-on engineering, demonstrates strong analytical capability, exceptional organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where superior work is expected, recognized, and rewarded. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel both domestically and internationally to support equipment development, deployment, and close collaboration with our global teams. This position is available in Palo Alto, Reno, and Toronto. We are hiring for multiple levels. Final leveling will be determined after the interview process based on experience and qualifications.

Job Responsibilities

Architect automated test equipment, produce detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, and verify designs using structural and thermal FEA and CFD
Conceptual equipment development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
Identify opportunities and implement performance, robustness, ease of assembly improvements
Analyze system constraints and propose innovative solutions
Support building, debugging, validation and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to production
Conduct detailed testing and validation of installed machinery to ensure robustness and quality
Perform on-site and off-site acceptance testing (SAT/FAT) of test equipment

Job Requirements

3+ years of experience as Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automation Engineer with focus in automation, machine design, robotics, and product development
Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production
Knowledge in solid mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, dynamics, material selection, prototyping, testing methods, everyday machining, and fabrication processes
Understanding of sensors, microcontrollers, robots, relays
Versed in SolidWorks, PDM, and Ansys, or similar CAD/CAE software
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

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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