Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation, Optimus

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeReno, NV, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Experience with SolidWorks computer-aided design and product data management software.
Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine-building.
Experience with manufacturing processes such as assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, and electrical testing.
A strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, such as ASME Y14.5.
A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Own projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-up.
Prepare overall machine design concepts for custom-designed, special-purpose equipment and systems.
Detail machine designs for custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, and robotic end-of-arm tooling.
Perform detailed engineering analysis of custom mechanical components, including hand calculations and finite element analysis.
Select and integrate commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, and related components.
Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and cross-functional presentations.
Act as a liaison between product design engineering and manufacturing production departments.
Create detailed drawings and coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components.
Work with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment, and validate equipment performance and reliability.
Create comprehensive equipment handover packages and system documentation.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Reno, Nevada
Requisition ID	288295
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>The manufacturing automation development engineering team is looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to concept, design, build, and ramp custom automated manufacturing equipment for the Optimus Programs at Tesla’s world-class facilities. Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will directly own high-impact projects, developing a new generation of leading-edge manufacturing equipment. The Mechanical Design Engineer works within a cross-functional organization to design, build, validate, and roll-out equipment to the manufacturing production lines.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Own projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through assembly and production bring-up
Prepare overall machine design concepts for custom designed, special purpose equipment and systems
Detail machine design of custom automated tooling, fixtures, mechanisms, robotic end of arm tooling
Detailed engineering analysis of custom mechanical components including hand calcs and FEA
Selection and integration of commercial components, sensors, servos, pneumatic actuators, etc.
Conduct design reviews for internal team feedback and for cross-functional presentations
Be a liaison between product design engineering and manufacturing production departments
Create detailed drawings and coordinate with internal and external machine shops to fabricate custom machined parts, weldments, and sheet metal components
Work with technician teams to assemble and commission new equipment, and validate equipment performance and reliability
Create comprehensive equipment handover packages and system documentation

Job Requirements

Experience with SolidWorks CAD and PDM software
Experience with automation equipment design and custom machine-building
Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., assembly, fastening, dispensing, laser welding, electrical testing)
Strong understanding of drafting standards and the application of GD&T (e.g., ASME Y14.5)
Bachelor’s 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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