Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Mechanical Design Engineer - Accessories

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.
At least 3 years of experience in mechanical design.
Experience developing consumer electronics products.
Proficiency in computer-aided design software for 3D modeling and drafting; CATIA or 3DX is preferred.
Familiarity with finite element analysis tools; ANSYS is preferred.
Experience taking designs from initial concept through mass production.
Basic understanding of electrical and thermal design fundamentals, and familiarity with PCB assemblies, electronics packaging, and consumer electronics technologies.
Ability to perform first-principles analysis of physics, stress-strain, thermal factors, tolerances, cost, and mass optimization.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Work closely with interior design, the design studio, and low-voltage architecture teams to develop USB hubs, wireless phone chargers, Tesla solid-state drives, and keycards.
Optimize vehicle components for performance, design, integration, size, mass, assembly, and other considerations.
Participate in prototype builds, component fabrication, testing, and validation.
Own the design of mechanical components and assemblies, including printed circuit board assembly outlines, connector selection, fan integration, magnet selection, plastic enclosures, and die-cast components.
Conduct mechanical design analysis, including structural analysis, tolerance analysis, finite element analysis, and design for assembly.
Generate detailed 3D models, technical drawings, and documentation of mechanical designs using CATIA; collaborate with cross-functional teams to take designs from prototype through production and deployment.
Support the 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 3D modeling and drafting.
Familiarity with ANSYS finite element analysis tools.

Category	Engineering & Information Technology
Location	PALO ALTO, California
Requisition ID	272481
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 vehicle accessories (phone/laptop charging, multimedia storage, etc.). Vehicle autonomy re-defines in-cabin accessories, requiring innovative mechanical solutions. Tesla is unique place for a mechanical engineer to own accessory designs from first principles to mass production. Looking for various experience levels - Senior, Staff etc. </p>

Job Responsibilities

Work closely with interior, design Studio and LV architecture to enable best USB hub, wireless phone chargers, Tesla SSDs and Keycards
Optimize the components in the vehicle while considering performance, design, integration, size, mass, assembly and more 
Participate in prototype builds, component fabrication, testing and validation efforts
Own design of mechanical components and assemblies including PCBA outline, connector selection, fan integration, magnet selection, plastic enclosures, die cast etc.
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 CATIA 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 3 years of experience in mechanical design 
Experience in the development of consumer electronics products
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 PCBAs, electronics packaging and consume electronics technologies
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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